32 Bible Verses about Joy

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John 17:13

And now I am going to be with you, and I am saying these things while still in the world, that the joy which I experience may be fully experienced in their own souls.

Acts 8:8

So there was great rejoicing in that city.

Luke 2:10

But the angel said to them: "Stop being afraid, for now I bring you good tidings of great joy which is to be for all the people;

1 Peter 1:8

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy,

Matthew 2:10

When they saw the star, they were thrilled with ecstatic joy,

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Faith » Produces » Joy

1 Peter 1:8

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy,

fruit of the Spirit » Joy

Philippians 1:18-19

What difference then does it make? In one way or another, whether in pretense or in sincerity, Christ is being preached, and that is the thing that makes me glad; yes, more too, I will continue to be glad of it, for I know that through your prayers and a bountiful supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my spiritual welfare,

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Luke 15:23-24

take the fattening calf and kill it, and let us feast and celebrate, because this son of mine was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found!' So they began to celebrate.

Joy » Christ's joy » Israel lost the joy of divine favour

Revelation 18:23

the light of the lamp will never shine in you again; the voice of bride and bridegroom will never be heard in you again. For your businessmen were the great men of the earth; by your magic all the nations have been led astray;

Joy » Earthly » Enjoyment sought

More verses: Ecclesiastes 3:22

Joy » Earthly » Manifested in laughter

James 4:9

Be miserable, mourn ... and weep aloud. Let your laughter be turned to grief and your joy to gloom.

Luke 6:25

A curse on you who live in luxury now, for you will be hungry. A curse on you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep.

More verses: Ecclesiastes 2:2

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » In service

Acts 11:23

When he reached there and saw the spiritual blessing God had given them, he was delighted, and continuously encouraged them all with hearty purpose to continue to be devoted to the Lord;

More verses: Psalm 100:2 John 4:36

Joy » Earthly » General references to

More verses: James 4:9

Joy » Earthly » Innocent mirth

Luke 15:24

because this son of mine was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found!' So they began to celebrate.

Joy » Of the wicked

Joy » Promised to saints

Joy » Of saints, is » In God

Joy » Ministers should » Have, in the faith and holiness of their people

2 Corinthians 7:4

I have the greatest confidence in you; I speak most highly of you. I am fully comforted; in the face of all my sorrow my cup is running over with joy.

1 Thessalonians 3:9

For how can I render God enough thanks for you, for all the joy I have on account of you in the presence of our God,

Joy » Afflictions of saints succeeded by

Joy » Instances of » When they turned away from idolatry

Joy » Instances of » Of paul and titus, because of the hospitality of the corinthians

Romans 15:32

so that, if it is God's will, I may come with a happy heart to see you and have a refreshing rest while with you.

2 Corinthians 7:13

In addition to my own comfort, I was made so glad that my cup ran over at the gladness Titus felt, because his spirit has been set at rest by you.

2 Corinthians 8:6

so that I insisted that Titus, as he had formerly commenced it, should bring to completion this gracious contribution among you too.

1 Corinthians 16:18

Yes, they have cheered my spirit, and yours too. You must deeply appreciate such men.

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Famine

Joy » Of saints, made full by » Communion of saints

1 John 1:3-4

I repeat, it is what we have seen and heard that we now announce to you, so that you too may share this fellowship with us, for this fellowship that we have is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ; and now we write these things to you to make our joy complete.

2 John 1:12

Though I have much to write you, I do not choose to do so with paper and ink, but I hope to come to see you and talk with you face to face, so that your happiness may be complete,

Joy » Ministers should » Esteem their people as their

Joy » Liberality in God's service should cause

Joy » Ministers should » Promote, in their people

Philippians 1:25

Now since I am certain of this, I know that I shall stay on and stay by you all to promote the progress of your faith

2 Corinthians 1:24

Not that we are trying to lord it over your faith, but we are workers with you to promote your joy, for in your faith you are standing firm.

Joy » Of the wicked » Is derived from earthly pleasures

Joy » Vanity of seeking, from earthly things

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Poverty

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The exaltation of the lamb

Revelation 5:9-10

Then they sang a new song: "You deserve to take the book and break its seals, because you have been slaughtered, and with your blood have bought men from every tribe, tongue, people, and nation, and have made them a kingdom of priests for our God; and they will rule over the earth."

Revelation 12:12

So celebrate your triumph, you heavens and you who live in them! Alas for the earth and the sea, because the devil has come down to you in a great rage, since he knows that his time is short!"

Joy » Of saints should be » Constant

Joy » Ministers should » Desire to render an account with

Joy » Of saints, is » For deliverance from bondage

Joy » Restored » At the deliverance of the nation

Joy » Saints should afford, to their ministers

Philemon 1:20

Yes, brother, I would like some return myself from you in the Lord's work. Through Christ refresh my heart.

Joy » God's word affords

Joy » Encouraged to saints

Philippians 3:1

Finally, my brothers, continue to be glad that you are in union with the Lord. I am not tired of writing you the same things over and over: it means your safety.

Joy » God gives

Joy » Soul-winners' » Thrills the church

Acts 15:3

So they were endorsed and sent on by the church, and as they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, they told of the conversion of the heathen and brought great rejoicing to all the brothers.

Joy » Of saints should be » Expressed in hymns

Joy » Of the wicked » Is short-lived

Joy » Of saints, is » In Christ

Joy » Instances of » Of paul, rejoicing over his converts

1 Thessalonians 2:19-20

For what is our hope or happiness or crown of boasting, except you, in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ when He comes? You, indeed, are our glory and our joy.

1 Thessalonians 3:9

For how can I render God enough thanks for you, for all the joy I have on account of you in the presence of our God,

Philemon 1:7

Yes, I have felt great joy and encouragement over your love, because the hearts of God's people have been refreshed by you, my brother.

Joy » Attributed to God

Joy » Holy--illustrated

Matthew 13:44

"The kingdom of heaven is like a pot of gold which was buried in a field, which a man found and buried again; and for joy over it he went and sold all he had and bought that field.

Joy » Instances of » Jews, over the hanging of haman

Joy » Of saints, is » For divine protection

Joy » Of saints, is » For salvation

Joy » Of saints should be » Great

Acts 8:8

So there was great rejoicing in that city.

Joy » Soul-winners' » Souls won are a crown of rejoicing

1 Thessalonians 2:19-20

For what is our hope or happiness or crown of boasting, except you, in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ when He comes? You, indeed, are our glory and our joy.

Joy » Saints shall be presented to God with exceeding

Jude 1:24

Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to make you stand in His glorious presence faultless and full of triumphant joy,

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Imprisonment

Acts 16:23

After flogging them severely, they put them into jail, and gave the jailer orders to keep close watch on them.

Joy » Of saints should be » Under trials

Joy » Of saints should be » Animated

Joy » Of saints should be » Exceeding

Joy » Experienced by » Believers

Luke 24:52

And with great joy they went back to Jerusalem;

Joy » Of saints, is » For divine support

Joy » Pray for restoration of

Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples, when jesus triumphantly entered jerusalem

Matthew 21:8-9

And most of the crowd spread their coats along the road, but some were cutting branches from the trees and spreading them along the road. And the crowds that went in front of Him and followed Him shouted: "Welcome the Son of David! Blessed be He who comes in the name of the Lord; Welcome Him from on high!"

Mark 11:8-10

And many of the people spread their coats in the road, while others scattered layers of leaves cut from the fields. Then those in front and those behind Him shouted: "Welcome Him! Blessed be He who comes in the name of the Lord; Blessed be the coming reign of our father David! Welcome Him from on high!"

Joy » Saints should engage in all religious services with

Joy » Holy--exemplified

Joy » Of saints should be » For evermore

Joy » The gospel to be received with

Joy » Of saints should be » In sorrow

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The gathering home of the saints

Revelation 14:2-3

And I heard a sound from heaven like the roar of great waters and the rumbling of loud thunders. The sound that I heard was like that of harpists playing on their harps. They were singing a new song before the throne, the four living creatures, and the elders, and no one could learn the song except the hundred and forty-four thousand who had been redeemed from the earth.

Joy » Of saints should be » Abundant

2 Corinthians 8:2

because in spite of a terrible test of trouble, the mighty flood of their gladness mingling with the depths of their poverty has overflowed and resulted in the abundance of their liberality.

Joy » Holy--exemplified » David

Joy » Of saints, is » For manifestation of goodness

Joy » Saints should have, in all their undertakings

Joy » Of saints should be » Under calamities

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Fiery trials

1 Peter 4:12-13

Dearly beloved, do not be astonished that a test by fire is coming upon you, as though something strange were happening to you, but so far as you are sharing Christ's sufferings, keep on rejoicing, so that at the uncovering of His glory you may rejoice triumphantly.

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The triumph of righteousness

Revelation 19:6

Then I heard something like the shout of a great multitude and the roar of many waters and the peal of mighty thunders, saying: "Praise the Lord! For the Lord, our Almighty God, has now begun to reign!

Joy » Of saints should be » Under persecutions

Matthew 5:11-12

"Blessed are you when people abuse you, and persecute you, and keep on falsely telling all sorts of evil against you for my sake. Keep on rejoicing and leaping for ecstasy, for your reward will be rich in heaven; for this is the way they persecuted the prophets who lived before you.

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » Ark of covenant » Brought » To jerusalem

Joy » Experienced by » Parents of good children

Joy » Experienced by » The wise, and discreet

Joy » Experienced by » Peace-makers

Joy » Experienced by » The just

Joy » Soul-winners' » Essential to success in Christian work

Joy » Of the wicked » Is derived from folly

Joy » Of the wicked » Is delusive

Joy » fruit of the Spirit

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Loss of property

Joy » Of saints, made full by » Abiding in Christ

John 15:10-11

If you continue to keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commands and remain in His love. "I have told you these things, that the joy which I have had may remain in you and that your joy may be complete.

Joy » Instances of » Of paul and the corinthians, because the excommunicated member repented

2 Corinthians 1:24

Not that we are trying to lord it over your faith, but we are workers with you to promote your joy, for in your faith you are standing firm.

2 Corinthians 2:3

This is the very thing I wrote you, that when I did come I might not be made sad by the very people who ought to make me glad, for I had confidence in you all that my gladness would be gladness to you all.

Joy » Instances of » Of naomi, when boaz showed kindness to ruth

Joy » Shall be the final reward of saints at the judgment-day

Joy » Is strengthening to saints

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ

Luke 2:13-14

Then suddenly there appeared with the angel a throng of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: "Glory to God in highest heaven! And peace on earth to men who please him."

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The resurrection of Christ

Matthew 28:8

So off they hurried from the tomb, frightened and yet in ecstasy, and ran to break the news to His disciples.

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The coming of Christ

Matthew 2:10

When they saw the star, they were thrilled with ecstatic joy,

Joy » Of saints, made full by » Faith in Christ

Joy » Of saints should be » In hope

Joy » Holy--exemplified » Wise men

Matthew 2:10

When they saw the star, they were thrilled with ecstatic joy,

Joy » Holy--exemplified » Hannah

Joy » Ministers should » Pray for, for their people

Joy » Ministers should » Come to their people with

Romans 15:32

so that, if it is God's will, I may come with a happy heart to see you and have a refreshing rest while with you.

Joy » Soul-winners' » It sustained Christ in his suffering upon the cross

Joy » Of the wicked » Shall be taken away

Joy » Instances of » Of david, over the offerings of the princes and people for the house of God

Joy » Christ's joy » Sustained him at the cross

Joy » Of saints, is » For temporal blessings

Joy » Of saints, is » In the holy ghost

Joy » The coming of Christ will afford to saints, exceeding

Joy » The gospel, good tidings of

Luke 2:10-11

But the angel said to them: "Stop being afraid, for now I bring you good tidings of great joy which is to be for all the people; for today, in the town of David, a Saviour for you has been born, who is to be your Messiah and Lord.

Joy » Increased to the meek

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » Heavenly

Joy » Of saints should be » Full of glory

1 Peter 1:8

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy,

Joy » Of saints should be » Unspeakable

1 Peter 1:8

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy,

Joy » Soul-winners' » Comes from bringing in the sheaves

Joy » Soul-winners' » From finding the lost sheep

Luke 15:6-7

and when he reaches home he calls in his friends and neighbors, and says to them, 'Rejoice with me, because I have found my lost sheep!' Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinful person who repents than over ninety-nine upright people who do not need any repentance.

Joy » Instances of » Of barnabas, when he saw the success of the gospel at antioch (in syria)

Acts 11:22-23

Now the news about them came to the ears of the church at Jerusalem, and so they sent Barnabas all the way to Antioch. When he reached there and saw the spiritual blessing God had given them, he was delighted, and continuously encouraged them all with hearty purpose to continue to be devoted to the Lord;

Joy » Instances of » When the foundation of the second temple was laid

Joy » Instances of » Of the father, when his prodigal son returned

Luke 15:20-32

So he got up and went to his father. But, while he was still a long way off, his father saw him, and his heart was moved with pity for him, and he ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him affectionately. His son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your opinion; I no longer deserve to be called your son; just treat me like one of your hired men.' But his father said to his slaves, 'Bring out at once a robe, yes, the finest one, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand and shoes on his feet; read more.
take the fattening calf and kill it, and let us feast and celebrate, because this son of mine was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found!' So they began to celebrate. "Now his elder son was in the field. So, on coming in, as he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. Then he called one of the servant-boys and asked him what this meant. He said to him, 'Your brother has come back, and your father has killed the fattening calf, because he has gotten him back safe and sound.' So he became angry and would not go into the house. Then his father came out and began to plead with him. But he answered his father, 'See! I have served you all these years and have never disobeyed a command of yours, but you have never given me even a kid, so that I could celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours arrives, who has eaten up your property with immoral women, you have killed for him the fattening calf.' Then he said to him, 'My child, you have been with me all the time, and all I have is yours. But we just had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found.'"

Joy » Instances of » Of paul, when he went up to jerusalem

Acts 20:22-24

And I am here now on my way to Jerusalem, because I am impelled by the Spirit to do so, though I am not aware what will befall me there, except that in town after town the Holy Spirit emphatically assures me that imprisonment and sufferings are awaiting me. But now I count as nothing the sacrifice of my life, if only I can finish my race and render the service entrusted to me by the Lord Jesus, of faithfully telling the good news of God's favor.

Joy » Of saints, is » For supplies of grace

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » Dedication of » Temple

Joy » Restored » At the return of divine favour

Joy » Restored » To those who mourn

Joy » In heaven

Luke 15:10-32

Just so, I tell you, there is joy among the angels of God over one sinful person who repents!" Then He said: "There was a man who had two sons. The younger of them said to his father, 'Father, give me the share of the property that falls to me.' So he divided his property between them. read more.
Not many days after that, the younger son got together all he had and went away to a distant country, and there he squandered all his property by living in dissipation. After he had spent it all, a severe famine struck that country, and he began to suffer want. So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, and he sent him to his fields to feed hogs. And often he craved to fill himself with the carob-pods which the hogs were eating, and nobody gave him a bite. Then he came to himself and said, 'How many of my father's hired men have more to eat than they need, and here I am dying of hunger! I will get up and go to my father, and say to him, "Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your opinion; I no longer deserve to be called your son; just treat me like one of your hired men."' So he got up and went to his father. But, while he was still a long way off, his father saw him, and his heart was moved with pity for him, and he ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him affectionately. His son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your opinion; I no longer deserve to be called your son; just treat me like one of your hired men.' But his father said to his slaves, 'Bring out at once a robe, yes, the finest one, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand and shoes on his feet; take the fattening calf and kill it, and let us feast and celebrate, because this son of mine was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found!' So they began to celebrate. "Now his elder son was in the field. So, on coming in, as he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. Then he called one of the servant-boys and asked him what this meant. He said to him, 'Your brother has come back, and your father has killed the fattening calf, because he has gotten him back safe and sound.' So he became angry and would not go into the house. Then his father came out and began to plead with him. But he answered his father, 'See! I have served you all these years and have never disobeyed a command of yours, but you have never given me even a kid, so that I could celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours arrives, who has eaten up your property with immoral women, you have killed for him the fattening calf.' Then he said to him, 'My child, you have been with me all the time, and all I have is yours. But we just had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found.'"

Joy » Fulness of, in God's presence

Joy » Christ appointed to give

Joy » Prepared for saints

Joy » Serve God with

Joy » Of saints, made full by » The word of Christ

John 17:13

And now I am going to be with you, and I am saying these things while still in the world, that the joy which I experience may be fully experienced in their own souls.

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » Jesus Christ, Ascension Of

Luke 24:52

And with great joy they went back to Jerusalem;

Joy » Of saints, made full by » Answers to prayer

Joy » Of saints should be » With awe

Joy » Holy--exemplified » Jailor

Joy » Ministers should » Finish their course with

Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples in the temple because they had received the gift of the holy spirit

Acts 2:46-47

Day after day they regularly attended the temple; they practiced breaking their bread together in their homes, and eating their food with glad and simple hearts, constantly praising God and always having the favor of all the people. And every day the Lord continued to add to them the people who were being saved.

Joy » Instances of » Of moses and the israelites, when pharaoh and his army were destroyed

Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple

Luke 2:28-32

Symeon also took Him in his arms and blessed God, and said: "Now, Master, you will let your slave go free in peace, as you have promised; for my eyes have seen your Salvation, read more.
which you prepared before all peoples, a light of revelation to the heathen, and a glory to your people Israel."

Joy » Instances of » Of zecharias, when john the baptist was born

Luke 1:67-79

Now his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit, and he uttered the following prophecy: "Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for He has come and brought His people deliverance; and He has made a mighty Saviour for us in the house of His servant David, read more.
"as He promised by the lips of His ancient prophets, deliverance from our foes and from the hands of all who hate us, to show mercy to our forefathers, and carry out His sacred covenant, the oath which He swore to our forefather Abraham, to grant us deliverance from the dreaded hand of our foes, so that we could serve Him in holiness and uprightness In His own presence all our days. And you, my child, will be called a prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to make ready His ways, to give His people the knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins. Because the heart of our God is merciful. And so the day will dawn upon us from on high, to shine on those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace."

Joy » Instances of » Of mary, when she visited elisabeth

Luke 1:46-56

Then Mary said: "My soul extols the Lord; my spirit exults in God my Saviour; for He has smiled upon His slave in her lowly station, for from this day all ages will count me happy! read more.
For the Almighty has done wonders for me, and holy is His name! He shows His mercy from age to age to those who fear him. He has done mighty deeds with His arm. He has scattered those that are proud in the purpose of their hearts. He has dethroned monarchs and exalted the poor. He has satisfied the hungry with good things and sent the rich away with empty hands. He has helped His servant Israel, so as to remember mercy, as He promised our forefathers, Abraham and his descendants forever." Now Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned home.

Joy » Instances of » Of hannah, when samuel was born

Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when sinners repent

Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born

Luke 2:13-14

Then suddenly there appeared with the angel a throng of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: "Glory to God in highest heaven! And peace on earth to men who please him."

Joy » Of saints, is » For the victory of Christ

Joy » Of saints, is » For the hope of glory

Joy » Of saints, is » For election

Luke 10:20

However, you must stop rejoicing over the fact that the spirits are submitting to you, but continue to rejoice that your names are enrolled in heaven."

Joy » Christ's joy » In the divine method of revelation

Joy » Christ's joy » Bestowed through his words

John 17:13

And now I am going to be with you, and I am saying these things while still in the world, that the joy which I experience may be fully experienced in their own souls.

Joy » Christ's joy » Abides in believers

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » When david killed goliath

Joy » Restored » At the opening of the door of hope

Joy » Restored » At the vision of the risen saviour

Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Persecution

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The return of the penitent sinner

Joy » Of saints, made full by » The favor of God

Acts 2:28

You have made known to me the ways of life, and you will fill me with delight in your presence.'

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The laying the foundation of the temple

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The conversion of the gentiles

Acts 15:3

So they were endorsed and sent on by the church, and as they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, they told of the conversion of the heathen and brought great rejoicing to all the brothers.

Joy » Holy--exemplified » Mary » Mother of jesus

Joy » Soul-winners' » The sower and the reaper rejoice together

John 4:36

Now the reaper is already getting pay, for he is gathering a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may rejoice together.

Joy » Of the wicked » Should be turned into mourning

James 4:9

Be miserable, mourn ... and weep aloud. Let your laughter be turned to grief and your joy to gloom.

Joy » Instances of » Of the jews, after hearing, anew, the word of God

Joy » Instances of » Of early Christians, when they believed in jesus

1 Peter 1:8-9

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy, because you will receive the goal of your faith, the ultimate salvation of your souls.

Joy » Instances of » Of elisabeth, when mary visited her

Luke 1:5-44

In the days when Herod was king of Judea, there was a priest whose name was Zechariah, who belonged to the division of Abijah. His wife was also a descendant of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. Now they were both upright in the sight of God, walking without reproach in all the Lord's commands and requirements. And they had no child, because Elizabeth was barren, and both of them were far advanced in years. read more.
Once when he was acting as priest before God, when his division was on duty, it fell to his lot, in accordance with the priests' customs, to go into the sanctuary of the Lord to burn the incense, while all the throng of people were praying outside at the hour of the incense burning. In the meantime, an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right of the altar of incense. When Zechariah saw him, he was agitated, even overwhelmed with fear. But the angel said to him, "Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you must name him John. This will bring you gladness and delight, and many will rejoice over his birth. For he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He must drink no wine nor strong drink, and so he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even from his birth. And he will turn many of Israel's descendants to the Lord their God. He will go before Him in the spirit and the power of Elijah to turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the upright, to make ready for the Lord a people perfectly prepared." Then Zechariah said to the angel, "How shall I know that this is so? For I am an old man, and my wife is far advanced in years." The angel answered him, "I am Gabriel; I stand in the very presence of God. I have been sent to talk with you and to tell you this good news. Now you will keep silent and be unable to talk until the day when this takes place, because you did not believe what I told you, for it will be fulfilled at the proper time." Meanwhile the people kept waiting for Zechariah and wondering why he stayed so long in the sanctuary. But when he came out, he could not speak to them, and so they knew that he had seen a vision in the sanctuary. Meanwhile he kept on making signs to them, and remained dumb. But when the period of his service was over, he went back to his home. So after this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant, and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying, "This is what the Lord has done for me when He smiled upon me to take away my disgrace among men." Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin there engaged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. So the angel came to her home and said, "Congratulations, you highly favored woman! The Lord be with you!" But she was agitated at what he said, and began to ponder what this greeting meant. Then the angel said, "Stop being afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. Listen! You will become pregnant and bear a son, and you must name Him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His forefather David, and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever; His reign will have no end." But Mary said to the angel, "How can this be, since I have no husband?" Then the angel answered her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you, and so your child will be called holy, the Son of God. And listen! your relative, Elizabeth, has herself too become pregnant, although she is old, and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. For nothing is ever impossible for God." Then Mary said, "I am the Lord's slave. May what you say take place with me." Then the angel left her. Now in those days Mary got up and hurried off to the hill country, to a town in Judah, and she went to Zechariah's home and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped within her. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and with a loud shout she said: "Blessed are you among women, And blessed is your child! Why is this privilege mine, to have the mother of my Lord come to me? For as soon as your greeting reached my ears, the baby leaped for joy within me!

Joy » Of saints, is » For the success of the gospel

Acts 15:3

So they were endorsed and sent on by the church, and as they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, they told of the conversion of the heathen and brought great rejoicing to all the brothers.

Joy » Christ's joy » In finding the lost sheep

Luke 15:5

And when he finds it, with joy he puts it on his shoulders,

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » When they came to david to hebron to make him king

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » When saul was presented as their king

Joy » Promote, in the afflicted

Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The creation

Joy » Holy--exemplified » Samaritans

Acts 8:8

So there was great rejoicing in that city.

Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples at jerusalem, when peter told them about the conversion of cornelius and other gentiles

Acts 11:18

When they heard this, they had no answer to make, but gave God the glory, saying, "So God has given even the heathen the repentance that leads to life."

Joy » Instances of » Of jephthah's daughter, when he returned from his victory over the ammonites

Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples in the temple after the ascension of jesus

Luke 24:53

and they were continually in the temple, praising God.

Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples, because the demons were subject to them

Joy » Instances of » The disciple, after the resurrection of jesus

Luke 24:41

So while they were still disbelieving for sheer joy and still wondering about it, He asked them, "Have you anything here to eat?"

Joy » Instances of » Of rhoda, when she heard peter at the gate

Acts 12:14

and on recognizing Peter's voice, in her joy she failed to open the door but ran and told them that Peter was standing at the door.

Joy » Instances of » Of paul and silas, in the jail at philippi

Joy » Instances of » When the wall of jerusalem was dedicated

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » Taking » Ark of the covenant » From kirjath-jearim

Joy » Instances of » Of the israelites » When they made gifts to the house of God

Joy » Instances of » Of the macedonian Christians, when they made a contribution for the Christians at jerusalem

2 Corinthians 8:2

because in spite of a terrible test of trouble, the mighty flood of their gladness mingling with the depths of their poverty has overflowed and resulted in the abundance of their liberality.

Joy » Instances of » Of paul, when he prayed for the philippian Christians

Joy » Instances of » Of the women who returned from the lord's sepulcher

Matthew 28:8

So off they hurried from the tomb, frightened and yet in ecstasy, and ran to break the news to His disciples.

Joy » Instances of » Of thessalonians, when they believed paul's gospel

Joy » Instances of » Of the shepherds, when they saw the infant jesus

Luke 2:20

Then the shepherds went back continuing to give glory and praise to God for all that they had heard and seen, just as it had been told them.

Joy » Instances of » Of the magi

Matthew 2:10

When they saw the star, they were thrilled with ecstatic joy,

Joy » Instances of » Of the immobile man who was healed by peter

Acts 3:8

and at once he leaped to his feet and started walking; then he went into the temple with them, walking, leaping, and praising God.

Joy » Instances of » Of deborah and the israelites, when sisera was overthrown

Love to God » Should produce » Joy

seven Morning glories » Joy

John 14:28

You have heard me say that I am going away and coming back to you; if you really loved me, you would rejoice over my telling you that I am going to the Father, because my Father is greater than I.

Parents » Indulgence of children, examples of » Joy

Luke 15:23-24

take the fattening calf and kill it, and let us feast and celebrate, because this son of mine was dead and has come to life, was lost and has been found!' So they began to celebrate.

Paul » Characteristics of » Joy

2 Corinthians 7:4

I have the greatest confidence in you; I speak most highly of you. I am fully comforted; in the face of all my sorrow my cup is running over with joy.

Seven » Morning glories of john » Joy

John 14:28

You have heard me say that I am going away and coming back to you; if you really loved me, you would rejoice over my telling you that I am going to the Father, because my Father is greater than I.

Topics on Joy

Fulness Of Joy

1 Peter 1:8-9

You must continue to love Him, although you have never seen Him, but because you do believe in Him, although you do not now see Him, you must continue to rejoice with an unutterable and triumphant joy,

Joy, And Human Experience

Luke 1:13-15

But the angel said to him, "Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you must name him John.

Joy, Of The Church

Luke 2:8-11

Now there were some shepherds in the same neighborhood, living in the open fields and keeping watch over their flock by night.

The Holy Spirit Giving Joy

Luke 1:41-45

When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped within her. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit,

The Soul Winners Joy

Luke 15:6

and when he reaches home he calls in his friends and neighbors, and says to them, 'Rejoice with me, because I have found my lost sheep!'

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