II. .  Understanding the Gift of Joy: Luke 2:8-11

1.         It is not happiness.   Neh. 8:10

2.         It is not laughter.      Proverbs 17:22

3.         It is not prosperity.    John 10:9-10

4.         It is not temporary.   Galatians 5:22-23 a

III. Identifying the Enemies of Christmas Joy: Matthew 2:3-6

1.         Doubt.

2.         Busyness.

3.         Conflict.

4.         Guilt.

5.         Circumstances.

6.         Expectations.

IV. Receiving and Cultivating Christian Joy: Luke 2:12-19

1.         A repentant heart.    Acts 3:19

2.         A right attitude.        Jeremiah 17:7-8

3.         A changed perspective.       Philip. 4:4-8

4.         A powerful purpose. Psalm 20:6-8

Doctor Terry McBeath