Introduction: Joy is more than an emotion; it's a deep-rooted experience in God's mission.
1. Jesus sends seventy-two followers to prepare the way for his ministry (Luke 10:1-3).
A. They are instructed to go ahead to every town and place.
B. Jesus empowers them, providing purpose through participation in his mission.
2. Joy comes from seeing God's power at work, not personal success (Luke 10:17-20).
A. The seventy-two return with joy, amazed at demons submitting.
B. Jesus redirects their joy to being known by God, not just their achievements.
3. Jesus rejoices, praising God for revelation to the humble (Luke 10:21-24).
A. Joy is a shared experience with Jesus in the Father's will.
B. The humble become privy to divine mysteries through participation.
Conclusion: True joy stems from actively engaging in God's mission, not worldly successes. Embrace God's call to participate, find joy in his work, and delight in being known by him.
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