If so, have you found the way? Please briefly describe.
2007-02-15 23:48:08 · 12 answers · asked by karen i 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I mean, real true lasting joy -- and it IS possible.
2007-02-15 23:56:13 · update #1
My joy is found in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Joy is a fruit of the holy spirit and is also a component of the kingdom of god. so as we find joy, we find God. As we are filled with joy, we are filled with His spirit.
god bless
2007-02-15 23:58:37 · answer #1 · answered by happy pilgrim 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many ways to be happy. Thousands, or millions of hobbies people partake in. I play a musical instrument, and it brings me joy.
If you're talking about perpetual joy, then it's impossible. You must take the highs and the lows. But simple, regular joy? There are many ways. Good movies, reading books, bicycling. I'm sure you can find something.
2007-02-16 07:54:40 · answer #2 · answered by drink_more_powerade 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My Quest for joy is My Family, my Teaching, My Garden, my Animals and my Hubby.
2007-02-16 08:04:35 · answer #3 · answered by Lindsay Jane 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not on a quest for joy, I'm on a quest for clarity and understanding! When I get there, I'm afraid no-one will understand it. I guess this is what the Buddha experienced. No-wonder he decided not to try to explain it to anyway, they wouldn't listen anyway!
2007-02-16 07:53:33 · answer #4 · answered by Mawkish 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wouldn't say joy but peace, although joy maybe a part of that.
Don't think it is possible to be joyful all the time.
2007-02-16 07:59:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You find joy in experiencing life.
Also, it helps to separate yourself from the superstitions of the world, like religion. Religion is all about emotional manipulation. Some people like other people telling them what brings them joy, but I find deeper peace and contentment in reality.
2007-02-16 07:53:25 · answer #6 · answered by nondescript 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm a bit more of a pleasure seeker. Joy sounds rather elitist.
2007-02-16 07:55:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am on a quest for SALVATION and there is no time to selfishly look for joy when you are warrior for God!
2007-02-16 07:55:37 · answer #8 · answered by Gullibles Travels 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Isn't everyone? I have a simple formula for joy
Put Jehovah first in my life, then others then myself
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2007-02-16 08:00:21 · answer #9 · answered by babydoll 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
we are all on a quest for joy, but joy evades us, it is elusive.
2007-02-16 07:51:12 · answer #10 · answered by wizard of the East 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋