By Jackson & Cecilia
Introduction
We are gathered here today to celebrate joy.
Joy is ...
- a state of happiness
- the expression of feeling glad
- caused by something good or satisfying
Opening Prayer
Heavenly father, how we bless and thank you for the glad tidings of great joy that were given to all people... through that angelic host so many years ago. Thank you for Jesus and the joy and peace that floods the heart of all who have found in him their rock of salvation.
Amen.
Opening Song
Scripture Passage
1 Peter 1:8
Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy,
Pictures of Joy
Heavenly Father we rejoice in Your great wisdom and strength and thank You for being an ever present help in time of need. We ask that as You would send us out from this place with a joyful expectation of what You are going to accomplish in each of our lives and ask that You would remain close to each one in the days that lie ahead.
Amen