In this nine-part series, Michael Youssef reminds us that God’s Spirit indwells in every believer. Therefore, His fruit — the fruit of the Spirit — is not just a list of behaviors we practice each day, but tools that God has given to be used on a regular basis for our good and His glory.

In this second message of Spirituality That Heals, Dr. Michael Youssef draws a clear line between fleeting happiness and lasting joy. Teaching from Philippians 4, he reminds us that true joy is not tied to circumstances, wealth, or personal success—it is the fruit of a Spirit-filled life rooted in Christ. While the world chases pleasure and distraction, the believer’s joy comes from the unshakable knowledge of salvation, the indwelling presence of God, and the assurance of eternity. Dr. Youssef calls Christians to stop scurrying for happiness and to return to quiet intimacy with the Lord—where the Spirit’s joy overcomes fear, frustration, and spiritual apathy.