ペトロの手紙一 1:8

We may not always see or feel it, but God is always with us... even when we're going through hard things. In this plan, Finding Hope Coordinator Amy LaRue writes from the heart about her own family's struggle with addiction and how God's joy broke through in their darkest times.

The Bible tells us that "in His presence is fullness of joy" and that "the joy of the Lord is our strength". Joy isn't simply another emotion; it is a fruit of the Spirit and one of the best weapons in your arsenal to fight against discouragement, depression, and defeat. Learn what the Bible has to say about joy, and strengthening yourself to become a defiantly joyful Christian.

もしあなたがイエスのために苦しんでいるなら、ペテロからのこの最初の手紙は、私たちのために最初に苦しんだイエスの足跡をたどっていることを励まします。音声学習を聞きながら、神の言葉から選ばれた聖句を読みながら、ペテロ第一を毎日旅してみましょう。