There is a difference between pleasure and joy. The Bible says, "He who loves pleasure will be a poor man" (Proverbs 21:17). When we love pleasure, we are poor, if that is what we are seeking. Scripture also talks about people who are "lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God" (2 Timothy 3:4). Do you love pleasure more than you love God?
When we come to Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell in our hearts. Joy is produced by the Holy Spirit. More than 100 Scriptures talk about the joy of the Lord. That was the announcement at that first Christmas: "Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people" (Luke 2:10).
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