more on joy

Birmingham's John Wheeler responded to my writing on  "joy," with these interesting comments.

 Joy is proof to the world that God can fully satisfy the human heart. In Your presence is fullness of joy. -- Ps 16:11

 Joy is not a luxury or a mere accessory in the Christian life. It is the sign that we are really living in God's wonderful love, and that His love satisfies us. -- Andrew Murray

 Joy is the component that, when added to a trial, provides the strength to endure it.  For the joy of the Lord is your (my) strength. -- Neh 8:10

 Joy is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of Christ. Let the heart of them rejoice who seek the Lord. -- I Chron 16:10

Thanks, John.