In Galatians 5:22–23, St Paul names the fruits of the Spirit as the evidence of a life rooted in Christ. Among them, joy stands out as something deeper than mere happiness. In this episode, Stina and Padre explore the difference between joy and happiness, the role of grace and freedom in nurturing joy, and how the fruits of the Spirit grow in our lives. They share stories, practical practices, and examples from Scripture and the saints to remind us that joy is not circumstantial but flows from a life anchored in God—even in suffering.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:00:25 - Introduction

00:00:26 - 00:02:05 - Understanding the Fruit of Joy

00:02:06 - 00:05:18 - Difference Between Joy and Happiness

00:05:19 - 00:09:04 - Ways to Nurture Joy

00:09:05 - 00:11:23 - Recognizing Fruits and Self-Awareness

00:11:24 - 00:17:20 - Gratitude, Reflection, and the Daily Journaling

00:17:21 - 00:23:03 - Joy in Suffering

00:23:04 - 00:25:56 - Joy Through Changing Seasons

00:25:57 - 00:29:50 - Joy in the Face of Death

00:29:51 - 00:33:26 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion

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