Allow Joy To Reintroduce Himself | Pastor Tauren Wells | Elevation Church

Real joy doesn’t come from circumstances, it comes from Jesus. God isn’t withholding joy from you; He’s inviting you to find it right where you are. If you're looking for joy in hard times, start here. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://www.elevationchurch.org/giving/ Chapters 0:00 - Get Ready for Elevation Nights 0:46 - Welcome to Elevation! 3:39 - Matthew 5 5:23 - Allow Joy to Reintroduce Himself 7:09 - Different Perspectives on Joy 9:41 - What Jesus Taught About Joy 11:54 - Discovering Joy in Scripture 15:59 - Jesus’ Inaugural Sermon 18:48 - The Power of First Words 22:49 - The True Meaning of ‘Blessed’ 27:14 - The Myth of the Happiest Place 29:48 - The Joy Robbers: What’s Next? 32:16 - Joy in Desolate Places 34:27 - Seven Categories of Happiness 35:49 - The Seal of Spiritual Happiness 38:29 - Understanding the Beatitudes 41:18 - Permission to Feel and Process Emotions 47:04 - Delight in the Lord 51:39 - Experience the Joy of the Lord Scripture References: Matthew 5, verses 1-10 #elevationchurch #TheGodOfPieces #stevenfurtick #joy #contentment #peace #growth #encouragement #trust #healing #faith #joy #happiness #perspective #permission #emotions Sons of Sunday released a brand new album featuring songs like “One More Day,” “HOLYGHOST," and “GOD DID." It features artists like Pastor Steven Furtick, Chandler Moore, Brandon Lake, and more. You can listen to it now on all major music platforms. Check out Elevation Worship’s album “When Wind Meets Fire.” You can listen to it wherever you get your music. It features songs like “Sure Been Good,” “All Of A Sudden,” “What A Miracle,” and “Owe You Praise.” While you’re there, you can listen to other music from Elevation Worship’s album “Can You Imagine?” like “Praise,” “Trust In God,” “Been So Good,” and “Jehovah.” Elevation Worship is the musical expression of Elevation Church, led by pastor and visionary Steven Furtick. They have been steadily wri