“Yahweh, your God, is in the midst of you, a mighty one who will save. He will rejoice over you with joy. He will calm you in his love. He will rejoice over you with singing.”
What Does the Bible Say About Joy?
Biblical joy isn't tied to circumstances — Paul wrote about it from prison. These verses show what produces joy and how to hold onto it.
14 verses·4 eras·6 promises
Divided Kingdom (~930 BC)
“yet I will rejoice in Yahweh. I will be joyful in the God of my salvation!”
“even them will I bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted on my altar; for my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples."”
— Isaiah 56:7Promise
Life of Jesus (~30 AD)
“But it was appropriate to celebrate and be glad, for this, your brother, was dead, and is alive again. He was lost, and is found.'"”
— Luke 15:32· father
“The angel said to them, "Don't be afraid, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be to all the people.”
Early Church (~50 AD)
“Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say, Rejoice!”
— Philippians 4:4· Paul
“Rejoice always.”
— 1 Thessalonians 5:16· Paul
“for the Kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.”
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“This is the day that Yahweh has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!”
— Psalms 118:24· David
“Let the glory of Yahweh endure forever. Let Yahweh rejoice in his works.”
“Those who sow in tears will reap in joy.”
“Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
“For his anger is but for a moment. His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning.”
— Psalms 30:5· David
“You will show me the path of life. In your presence is fullness of joy. In your right hand there are pleasures forevermore. A Prayer by David.”
— Psalms 16:11· David
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