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This is the secret of joy. We shall no longer strive for our own way; but commit ourselves, easily and simply, to God’s way, acquiesce in his will and in so doing find our peace.

Evelyn Underhill (Exponent of the Mystical Life)

To pursue joy is to lose it. The only way to get it is to follow steadily the path of duty, without thinking of joy.

Alexander Maclaren (Preacher and Expositor)

JOY. The experience of deliverance and the anticipation of salvation provide the most significant occasions for rejoicing among the people of God in the OT. The coming of the Messiah, who delivers his people and brings salvation becomes the basis for rejoicing in the NT. The response of joy, gladness, or happiness is not only a deep inward feeling, but is expressed in celebration when God’s people gather together.

Clinton E. Arnold