1. In Step With The Spirit In An Out Of Step World: Joy and Peace

3. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
This is like the days of Noah to me: as I swore that the waters of Noah should no more go over the earth, so I have sworn that I will not be angry with you, and will not rebuke you. For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you. (54:9-10)

4. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
This is like the days of Noah to me: as I swore that the waters of Noah should no more go over the earth, so I have sworn that I will not be angry with you, and will not rebuke you. For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you. (54:9-10)

5. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. (55:12)

6. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Language of “Exodus”
The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. (55:12)
Those once “far off”

7. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Language of “Exodus”
The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. (55:12)
Those once “far off”

8. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Language of “Exodus”
The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. (55:12)
Those once “far off”

9. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Language of “Exodus”
The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. (55:12)
Those once “far off”

10. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress; instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle; and it shall make a name for the Lord, an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off (55:13)

11. Seen In The Distance The “Servant Songs” of Isaiah
Who is the Servant bringing peace?
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace (9:6)

12. Seen In The Distance The Introduction of Jesus
To give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.” – Luke 1:79

13. Seen In The Distance The Introduction of Jesus
And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people – Luke 2:10
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” (2:14)
When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy – Matthew 2:10

14. Seen In The Distance The Departure of Jesus
And they worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy (Luke 24:52)
Jesus’ work on earth was one of peace/joy
The Servant established the Covenant of Peace

15. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
The King of Peace and Joy
Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.– II Corinthians 13:11
Kingdom built on His qualities

16. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit (Romans 14:17)
Only Place Righteousness, Peace, and Joy Are Found
Peace and Joy Cannot Exist Without Righteousness

17. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope (15:13)
Peace and Joy Attained Only Through God

18. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
Peace Defined:
“Wholeness; When all essential parts are joined”
Jesus Christ
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. – John 14:27

19. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
Joy Defined: “Calm Delight”
“Awareness of the grace brought by God’s love”

20. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
Joy: Same as “happy?”

21. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
Joy: Same as “happy?”
Joy is deep rooted; not impacted by “day to day”
As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy,  yet he has no root in himself, but endures for a while, and when tribulation or persecution arises on account of the word, immediately he falls away – Matthew 13:20-21

22. The Kingdom of Peace and Joy
Joy: Same as “happy?”
Joy is deep rooted; not impacted by “day to day”
Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds – James 1:2
Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory,  obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls. – I Peter 1:8-9

23. In Step: Peace and Joy In My Life
Peace Maintains My Spiritual Footing
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.  And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7

24. In Step: Peace and Joy In My Life
Peace Maintains My Spiritual Footing
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.  And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7
Literally: “Go Into Parts”/“Fall to Pieces”
Literally: “When all essential parts are joined”

25. In Step: Peace and Joy In My Life
Peace Maintains My Spiritual Footing
Focus is on God’s grace, not on present circumstances

26. In Step: Peace and Joy In My Life
Optimism Will Characterize My Demeanor
The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. – Romans 16:20
Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come – Proverbs 31:25

27. In Step: Peace and Joy In My Life
I Show Peace and Joy In Dealing With Others
So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding. – Romans 14:19
I Corinthians 13