The joy of the Holy Spirit is connected to what we focus on. In this message, Pastor Jerry continues the Joy in the Holy Spirit series by looking at the wise men who saw the star and rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. Just as the star signaled that Jesus’ first coming was near, Jesus is the Bright and Morning Star, and His Word gives us a promise of what is still to come. Discover what it means to let the “morning star” rise in your heart, to believe God’s promises before you see the breakthrough, and to look forward to what God has ahead rather than remaining focused on the past.

📖 Bible Verses:
Romans 14:17
Matthew 2:1–10
Revelation 22:16
2 Peter 1:16–21
John 14:23
John 15:11
1 Peter 1:7–8
John 8:31–32
Psalm 103:2–3
Philippians 4:19
Joel 2:25
Philippians 3:13

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Why does joy feel so far away, even when you love Jesus? In this message, Pastor Jerry Dirmann shows from Scripture that many believers lack joy because their river isn't flowing, and how rivers of living water can start flowing out of you today.

Continuing the joy teaching from Romans 14:17 ("righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit"), Pastor Jerry begins in Psalm 51 with David's prayer, "Restore to me the joy of your salvation," and the link between God's presence, the Holy Spirit, and joy. From the woman at the well in John 4 to Jesus' promise in John 7:37-39, he shows that once you are filled with the Spirit, you have a fountain inside you. Jesus said out of your heart will flow rivers of living water.

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In this introductory message to The Kings and You series, we explore the life of Samuel, the last judge of Israel, and the pivotal moment when the era of the judges gave way to the era of the kings. Through the story of Samuel’s miraculous birth and his mother Hannah’s persistent prayers, we are reminded that God hears us when we cry out to Him. Even in seasons of recurring disappointment, we are called to keep praying, keep believing, and not lose heart. As we dive deeply into the Old Testament, we discover how these true stories reveal God’s character and continue to shape our lives today.

Through the contrast between Samuel and Eli’s sons, Hophni and Phinehas, we see that being part of the same family or church does not guarantee the same outcome—our choices matter. We are challenged to serve the Lord with a sincere heart, respond faithfully to His Word, and recognize that God is both loving and just. As Samuel grows in faithfulness, God establishes him as a prophet and prepares him to lead Israel into a new era. This message encourages us to keep seeking God, trust His timing, and remain faithful to Him, even when His answer seems delayed.

Scripture References

• 1 Samuel 1:1–7
• 1 Samuel 1:10–20
• Matthew 7:7–8
• Luke 18:1–8
• 1 Samuel 1:24–28
• 1 Samuel 2:1–2
• 1 Samuel 2:10–17
• 1 Samuel 2:22–26
• 1 Samuel 3:11–21

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