Joy Illustrations
730 illustrations evoking joy
The Example of Forgiveness - Story
A story related to this content The story of Rebecca illustrates how forgiveness transforms lives through grace.
The Power of Faith - Story
A story related to this content The example of Lydia shows that faith is not about self-effort but about grace.
Living Between the Already and Not Yet - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Christians live in the tension between 'already' and 'not yet.' Christ's kingdom has already been inaugurated through His first coming, death, and resurrection,...
More Than Harps and Clouds: The Reality of Heaven - Story
A story related to this content Popular images of heaven—floating on clouds, playing harps, singing endless hymns—bear little resemblance to biblical descriptions. Scripture presents heaven not as et...
A Story of Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In opportunities for service, we see how faith provides freedom to those who love.
A Story of Perseverance - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The story of Michael illustrates how perseverance transforms lives through love.
The Power of Peace - Story
A story related to this content Just as a tree rooted deep, peace teaches us that obedience leads to blessing.
Living Between the Already and Not Yet - Story
A story related to this content Christians live in the tension between 'already' and 'not yet.' Christ's kingdom has already been inaugurated through His first coming, death, and resurrection, but it...
The Power of Mercy - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In times of celebration, we see how mercy provides peace to those who love.
A Story of Forgiveness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a seed growing in fertile soil, forgiveness requires share to see {result}.
Two Becoming One: The Mystery of Christian Marriage - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Marriage is more than legal contract or romantic partnership—it's a sacrament that mirrors Christ's relationship with the Church. Paul's instruction to husbands...
The One Anothers: Life in Christian Community - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The New Testament contains over 50 'one another' commands—love one another, serve one another, bear one another's burdens, forgive one another. These aren't sug...
More Than Harps and Clouds: The Reality of Heaven - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Popular images of heaven—floating on clouds, playing harps, singing endless hymns—bear little resemblance to biblical descriptions. Scripture presents heaven no...
A Story of Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The story of Deborah illustrates how faith transforms lives through hope.
Lessons from Joy - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The example of Sarah shows that joy is not about self-effort but about faith.
The Parable of the Cell Phone Plan - Story
A story related to this content A man struggled with expensive cell phone bills, carefully monitoring every minute and text to avoid overages. He lived in constant anxiety, always checking his usage,...
Lessons from Kindness - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Like a seed growing in fertile soil, kindness requires receive to see {result}.
When Mercy - Story
A story related to this content The story of Esther illustrates how mercy transforms lives through hope.
A Story of Faith - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In opportunities for service, we see how faith provides freedom to those who love.
Theosis: Becoming Partakers of the Divine Nature - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The Eastern Orthodox tradition proclaims the most audacious truth in Christianity: we are called to become partakers of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4). This is...
The Power of Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Peter illustrates how faith transforms lives through faith.
The Example of Understanding - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle The story of Hannah illustrates how understanding transforms lives through hope.
When Humility - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Elizabeth illustrates how humility transforms lives through love.
The Example of Patience - Story
A story related to this content Just as a seed growing in fertile soil, patience teaches us that perseverance leads to blessing.