Hebrews 12:2

The phrase “who for the joy that was set before him” is found in Hebrews 12:2 KJV, which states: “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” This verse emphasizes Jesus’ willingness to endure suffering for the joy of fulfilling His mission and the salvation of humanity.

What an unusual way of looking at this ‘beautiful quality’ yet it so fits in with what Billy Graham entitled ‘the beautiful attitudes’ (or Beatitudes–

The Beatitudes are a series of blessings pronounced by Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew (5:3-12). Here is a list of the Beatitudes:

1. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
2. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
3. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
4. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
5. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
6. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
7. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
8. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven..

These teachings that highlight the qualities valued in the Kingdom of Heaven and serve as a guide for Christian living.

Visually I found it so good to see the ‘happiness’ shown in The Chosen when Jesus was able to help others –examples are in these You Tube clips:

Water into Wine at Wedding in Can (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPD3fY35968)

Miraculous Catch of fish (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxV9BK_LQgw)

Feeding of the 5000 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZLiBG8lG3w)