Joy is not merely a fleeting emotion but a profound sense of wellbeing and true happiness rooted in God's eternal truths. Unlike worldly happiness, which fluctuates with circumstances, this joy is an unshakeable foundation, anchored in the reality of God's love and grace. It involves letting go of self, emptying oneself, and embracing God's perspective. For those who have walked with Christ yet feel downtrodden or distant from Him, always on the verge of falling out of His grace or feeling His favor only when they deem themselves worthy, true joy reveals a transformative truth. It is not about our actions but about what Christ has accomplished for us—our new identity, our new nature, and our status as new creations. The joy of the Lord fills our hearts with a deep-seated acceptance of who we are in Him. It remains steadfast, close to our hearts, as God dwells within us. This joy endures through any storm or circumstance because it is not of this world and is unaffected by worldly changes. Available to us at any moment and to any degree, it brings peace to our hearts before God. By relinquishing our own efforts and accepting His grace, our minds transcend the transient and grasp the eternal, embracing holiness, righteousness, and purity in our new stance in Christ.