The Joy Given by the Holy Spirit

We see in the Book of Luke that the proclamation of Jesus' birth - the very reason for our joy. And in 1 Thessalonians 1:4-6 we read: "For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit." Brad comments on Acts 13:52. Cynthia asks the difference between feasting and gluttony. William asks about Jesus being accused of being a glutton and drunkard.