can i still find joy in life despite the pain?

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As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with pain and depression, and I've learned that joy is always possible, even in the midst of suffering. When we can't see joy, we need to return to the cross and appreciate the beauty of what Jesus did. His sacrifice, his love, and his willingness to become like us and give up everything are all sources of joy that we can draw from.

In fact, Scripture says that we should consider it joy when we face trials of many kinds (James 1:2). This doesn't mean that we deny our pain or pretend it's not there. Rather, it means that we can find joy in the midst of suffering because we know that something wonderful is taking place. We can see this in the lives of people like Job, who found joy in the midst of unrelenting pain. We can also see it in the joy that many people experience at Christian funerals, where they contemplate the glories of heaven and remember that death is not the last word.

As I reflect on my own life, I'm reminded that joy is not something that we can use up or lose. It abides and grows over time as we add to what we have. We can never use joy up, and it actually increases the more we give it away. So, I encourage you to become an expert in joy, to look for it, and to welcome it into your life. Joy is possible, and it's not just for the sweet by-and-by. It's a reality that we can experience today, and it's a hallmark of the kingdom of God.

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