Scripture: Philippians 4:4–8, especially verse 4: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Again I will say, rejoice! Introduction: Our text today begins with a strong sentence: “Rejoice in the Lord always.” It would be easier if the word “always” were not there. Surely it can’t mean that we are to rejoice in the Lord all the time, no matter what! Paul almost reads our thoughts and responds:
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