Joy in Dark Places - Paperback

by Thomas Parr (Author)

The world is full of dark places that present obstacles to our joy. While people may instinctually turn to films, games, or social connections to brighten their day, Christians know they have a greater source of comfort and joy. In Joy in Dark Places, Thomas Parr reminds us that the Bible speaks of glorious realities that the darkest days cannot destroy. Readers will see how moral evil, calamity, and even bad theology steal our happiness. More importantly, they will see how the light of the gospel dispels disquiet and brings profound joy instead.

Table of Contents:

1. Joy and Obstacles to It

1. Joy despite God's Judgments in the Earth

1. Law and Conviction Necessary for Joy

1. Joy despite Fears of Spiritual Deterioration

1. Joy from Empowerment and Even Chastening

1. Joy from the Bible's "Works-Oriented" Statements

1. Joy in Renouncing All Forms of Legalism

1. Joy by Quieting Your Conscience in the Cross

1. To Have Joy You Must Have Faith

1. To Have Joy You Must Obey

1. Joy in God Incomprehensible

1. Joy and Problem People in the Church

1. Joy in Old Testament Promises to Israel

1. Joy at the Prospect of Growing Old and Dying

1. Biblical Joy versus Cheap Joy

1. Joy Even When Society Disintegrates

1. Joy at the Last Judgment: Looking Forward to a Judgment of Our Works

Conclusion: Our Joy and God's Glory

Author Biography

Thomas Parr (ThM, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary) is a Reformed Baptist pastor serving in Anacortes, Washington. He is a contributing editor to the Lexham Context Commentary and author of the volume on the Gospel of Mark in that series.