Bible Verses About joy
Scripture answer
Joy in Scripture is anchored to God, not circumstances. These verses kindle joy even when life feels heavy.
Start with Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 16:11, John 15:11; read each passage in its chapter.
Nehemiah 8:10
The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Read in contextPsalm 16:11
You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.
Read in contextJohn 15:11
I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.
Read in contextRomans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.
Read in contextPsalm 30:5
Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
Read in contextJames 1:2
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.
Read in contextPhilippians 4:4
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
Read in contextPsalm 118:24
The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
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