Greek chara. Hab 3:17–18 — "although the fig tree shall not blossom… yet I will rejoice in the LORD." Joy not contingent on circumstance. Christ to his disciples: "my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full" (John 15:11).
Joy (chara)
Gal 5:22 + Ps 16:11 + Neh 8:10 + Hab 3:17–18 + John 15:11
Primary passage:Galatians 5:22 →
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John Calvin
Commentaries
1. Stand fast therefore. After having told them that they are the children of the free woman, he now reminds them that they ought not lightly to despise a freedom so precious. And certainly it is an invaluable blessing, in defense of which it is our duty to fight, even…
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