Is Happiness the Same as Joy?

Sharon and Rich have been dating for a year, but the relationship has grown increasingly toxic. Every disagreement follows a predictable and painful pattern—Rich feels threatened, lashes out with accusations, and then flips the script to make himself the victim. At a recent party, Rich accused Sharon of flirting with another man. When she calmly…

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Bill and Ann are locked in a cycle. One holds tightly to past hurts, while the other plans their next escape—emotionally or verbally. In the heat of conflict, neither stops to ask, “Is this response righteous?” Or, “Does this reflect Christ in me?” Let’s be honest: complaining, criticizing, or making demands are not fruits of the Spirit. And…

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Recently, I returned from a trip to Boston, where I had the opportunity to walk the historic Freedom Trail with a knowledgeable guide. As we stood at sites like the Old North Church, Faneuil Hall, and the graves of key patriots, I was reminded that our nation’s liberty came at great personal cost to those…

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