Jesus' Confident Joy: Song of Willing Sacrifice

The joy that motivated, and the confidence that emboldened Jesus to march resolutely toward the cross.

Introduction: Jesus takes refuge in his Father.

1. The Motive: Jesus' singular delight in his father

a. Joyous dependence on Yahweh

b. Affection for God's people

c. Disdain for counterfeit joys

2. The resolve: Jesus' unwavering confidence in his Father

a. Assurance of his beautiful inheritance

b. Comfort from his counsel

c. Certainty of his saving power

d. Joy of eternal life with him