7 Joy-Robbers.
What keeps us from experiencing joy? Many things hinder it, but there are seven things in particular that we all tend to do that will keep us joyless in this life.
- blaming others
- complaining
- dwelling on the past
- doubting God’s plan for your life
- needing the approval of others
- negative self-talk
- resistance to change.
Over the next several weeks, we are going to talk about each of these 7 Joy-Robbers and discover what God says to us in His Word about how we can find deep, lasting, and real joy in our lives.
“If what we perceive or choose to believe does not reflect the truth, then how we feel does not reflect reality” – James Long
Question:
What are some other Joy-Robbers that hinder you from experiencing lasting peace and joy?
Dr. James Long Jr. is pastor of The Chapel at Warren Valley, a professor at a Christian university, and a Board-Certified Counselor and Certified Biblical Counselor. For nearly 35 years, he has equipped individuals and families to pursue emotional strength, relational wisdom, and spiritual clarity. He is the founder of Lessons for Life, an online coaching community designed to help people take actionable steps toward lasting change through Christ-centered teaching, practical tools, and guided coaching pathways. Explore courses, resources, and coaching opportunities at JamesLongJr.org.