by Me in My trials

"How to Rejoice in Spite of Our Circumstances" {Rom5:1-5}
* Not about what happens to us, but about how we respond
* Joy
- One of God's primary intents for us -- thus, liar often intent on stealing it from us
- Suffering intended for all at one point
- Joy not same as happiness (internal v external, choice over responsive state)
* Rejoice does not mean to fake happiness; none expected to enjoy suffering
* Justification
- Declared righteous; legal acquittal
- Only possible via faith in Christ
* Joy comes from having peace w/ God (v1-2a)
* Joy comes from having hope in future (2b, Titus2:11-1)
* Joy comes from having hope amidst tribulation (v3-5, Jam1:12)