Culture vs. Christ -- True Joy and Freedom in Christ // In Rest (Part 2!)

10/27/23 • 21 min

Are you tired of the relentless chase for joy that the world promotes, only to find it fleeting and unfulfilling? I trust that this podcast episode will elevate your understanding of true joy, which is found in Christ, and guide you on how to experience it by overcoming the Lust of the Flesh and the Lust of the Eyes. We dissect the underlying issues associated with pride, love, and the comparison game that often robs us of our joy and freedom. We highlight the transformative power of the phrase, “There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”, and its pivotal role in understanding true joy and freedom... AND SO MUCH MORE!
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Discover the contrast between cultural and Christ-like joy as we explore the impact of desires, appearances, and the need for recognition on our happiness. Unearth how these factors can trap us in a cycle of temporary gratification, and learn about the profound connection between pride, insecurity, humility, love, and authentic joy. Join us for a self-reflective journey towards experiencing the genuine joy Christ offers, breaking free from the pursuit of short-lived desires and enhancing our relationships.
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Have you ever felt a profound joy bubbling up from within, in moments of quiet surrender to something greater than yourself? That's the theme that Dr. Merrill Greene and I, Noah, explore in our latest episode. Merrill, with infectious enthusiasm, recounts his journey from a nominal Christian to a man with an insatiable thirst for Christ. Together, we explore a view of how surrender to God's leading can lead to life-changing joy.
This episode isn't just about joy—it's about the surprising ways that joy intertwines with sacrifice, and how this paradox is at the core of Christian faith. Drawing inspiration from biblical figures like Hannah, to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, we reflect on the profound happiness that comes from giving of oneself. Merrill and I ponder the power of intentionality in our worship and obedience, imagining a spiritual journey enriched by the choice to infuse sacrifice with joy and love. This conversation is full of insight into finding the extraordinary in our ordinary lives, and how embracing our God-given identity can lead us to the deepest wellsprings of joy.
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In Rest Podcast - Culture vs. Christ -- True Joy and Freedom in Christ // In Rest (Part 2!)

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Welcome to the In Rest Podcast with Noah James Weeb . I'm your host , noah , and today we are going to be continuing our conversation about Christ's joy versus culture's joy . We're going to be getting right into the Lest the Flesh and the Lest of the Eyes and how we overcome those things in our pursuit of the joy of Christ through union with Him . So we left off mostly with t