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A Sermon on Joy | 1 John 1 | The Bridge Church | Cory Shumate

A Sermon on Joy | 1 John 1 | The Bridge Church | Cory Shumate

Preacher: Ian Simkins
Tradition: Christian (Unspecified)
Published: Aug 5, 2024
Length: 32:34

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1 John 1

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Would you be surprised to hear that we tend to pursue joy in the wrong places? Probably not. Would you say that you are experiencing deep joy? In 1 John, we'll see how simply knowing Jesus will not produce the greatest joy. This week, Pastor Cory unpacks how we encounter true fulfillment. bridge.tv/sermons To support this ministry and help us continue our God-given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Subscribe to our channel for the latest sermons: http://bit.ly/2yMeWdt Learn more about The Bridge: http://bit.ly/TheBridgeChurch Follow us on social media! Instagram | http://bit.ly/TheBridgeInstagram Facebook | http://bit.ly/TheBridgeFacebook Twitter | http://bit.ly/TheBridgeTwitter #TheBridgeChurch #HowToFindTrueJoy #CoryShumate

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Church & Fellowship
Joy
The Church

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