32 Bible Verses about Joy
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May the hope-inspiring God so fill you with perfect joy and peace through your continuing faith, that you may bubble over with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
"I have told you these things, that the joy which I have had may remain in you and that your joy may be complete.
I have no greater spiritual blessing than this, to hear that my children are living by the truth.
So you too are now in sorrow, but I am going to see you again, and then your hearts will be happy, and no one can rob you of your happiness.
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.
Burst into joy on that day and leap for ecstasy, for your reward will be rich in heaven; for this is the way your forefathers used to treat the prophets.
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;
Up to this time you have not asked for anything as bearers of my name, but now you must keep on asking, and you will receive, that your cup of joy may be full to the brim.
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 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,
For the kingdom of God does not consist in what we eat and drink, but in doing right, in peace and joy through the Holy Spirit;
You must consider it the purest joy, my brothers, when you are involved in various trials,
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Faith » Produces » Joy
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,
Then he took them up to his house and gave them food, and he and all the members of his household were happy in their faith in God.
fruit of the Spirit » Joy
And you followed the example set by us and by the Lord, because you welcomed our message with a joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, in spite of the painful persecutions it brought you,
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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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
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
Joy » Earthly » Manifested in laughter
Be miserable, mourn ... and weep aloud. Let your laughter be turned to grief and your joy to gloom.
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.
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » In service
Now the seventy returned and joyously reported, "Lord, even the demons are submitting to us in your name."
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 » Earthly » General references to
Joy » Earthly » Innocent mirth
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
And not only that, but this too: we shall continue exulting in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have obtained our reconciliation.
Joy » Ministers should » Have, in the faith and holiness of their people
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.
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,
I have no greater spiritual blessing than this, to hear that my children are living by the truth.
Joy » Afflictions of saints succeeded by
I most solemnly say to you, you will weep and wail, but the world will be glad; you will grieve but your grief will be turned into gladness.
Joy » Instances of » When they turned away from idolatry
Joy » Instances of » Of paul and titus, because of the hospitality of the corinthians
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.
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.
so that I insisted that Titus, as he had formerly commenced it, should bring to completion this gracious contribution among you too.
Yes, they have cheered my spirit, and yours too. You must deeply appreciate such men.
Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Famine
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.
Burst into joy on that day and leap for ecstasy, for your reward will be rich in heaven; for this is the way your forefathers used to treat the prophets.
Joy » Of saints, made full by » Communion of saints
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.
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
So, my dearly loved brothers, whom I long to see, my joy and crown, by the help of the Lord keep on standing firm, dearly loved friends.
Joy » Liberality in God's service should cause
Joy » Ministers should » Promote, in their people
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
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
sad but always glad, poor but making many people rich, penniless but really possessing everything.
I am now glad to be suffering for you, and in my own person I am filling in what is lacking in Christ's sufferings for His body, that is, the church.
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The exaltation of the lamb
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."
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
sad but always glad, poor but making many people rich, penniless but really possessing everything.
By the help of the Lord always keep up the glad spirit; yes, I will repeat it, keep up the glad spirit.
Joy » Ministers should » Desire to render an account with
to hold up the message of life. That will give me ground for boasting on the day of Christ, because neither my career nor my labor has been a failure.
Continue to obey and to be submissive to your leaders, for they are ever watching in defense of your souls, as men who will have to give account of their trust. Treat them in this way, so that they may work with joy and not with grief.
Joy » Of saints, is » For deliverance from bondage
Joy » Restored » At the deliverance of the nation
Joy » Saints should afford, to their ministers
fill up my cup of joy by living in harmony, by fostering the same disposition of love, your hearts beating in unison, your minds set on one purpose.
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
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
to hold up the message of life. That will give me ground for boasting on the day of Christ, because neither my career nor my labor has been a failure.
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
Is any one of you suffering ill-treatment? He should keep on praying. Is anyone in a happy mood? He should keep on singing praise to God.
and always be speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Keep on praying and praising the Lord with all your heart;
Joy » Of the wicked » Is short-lived
Joy » Of saints, is » In Christ
For we are the true circumcision, who by the Spirit of God worship Him, who take pride in Christ Jesus only, and do not rely on outward privileges,
my spirit exults in God my Saviour;
Joy » Instances of » Of paul, rejoicing over his converts
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.
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,
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
"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
Joy » Soul-winners' » Souls won are a crown of rejoicing
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
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,
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 » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Imprisonment
After flogging them severely, they put them into jail, and gave the jailer orders to keep close watch on them.
But about midnight, while Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns of praise to God, and the prisoners were listening to them,
Joy » Of saints should be » Under trials
In such a hope keep on rejoicing, although for a little while you must be sorrow-stricken with various trials,
You must consider it the purest joy, my brothers, when you are involved in various trials,
Joy » Of saints should be » Animated
Burst into joy on that day and leap for ecstasy, for your reward will be rich in heaven; for this is the way your forefathers used to treat the prophets.
Joy » Of saints should be » Exceeding
Joy » Experienced by » Believers
Then he took them up to his house and gave them food, and he and all the members of his household were happy in their faith in God.
Joy » Of saints, is » For divine support
Joy » Pray for restoration of
Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples, when jesus triumphantly entered jerusalem
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!"
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
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,
Joy » Of saints should be » For evermore
Joy » The gospel to be received with
And you followed the example set by us and by the Lord, because you welcomed our message with a joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, in spite of the painful persecutions it brought you,
Joy » Of saints should be » In sorrow
sad but always glad, poor but making many people rich, penniless but really possessing everything.
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The gathering home of the saints
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
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
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
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
"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
But the product of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Loss of property
For you showed sympathy with those who were in prison and cheerfully submitted to the violent seizure of your property, for you knew that you had in yourselves and in heaven one that was lasting.
Joy » Of saints, made full by » Abiding in Christ
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
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.
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
His master said to him 'Well done, my good and faithful slave, you have been faithful in the use of a small amount; I will put you in charge of a larger one. Come, share your master's joy!'
Joy » Is strengthening to saints
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
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
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
Joy » Of saints, made full by » Faith in Christ
May the hope-inspiring God so fill you with perfect joy and peace through your continuing faith, that you may bubble over with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Joy » Of saints should be » In hope
ever happy in hope, always patient in suffering, ever persistent in prayer,
Joy » Holy--exemplified » Wise men
Joy » Holy--exemplified » Hannah
Joy » Ministers should » Pray for, for their people
May the hope-inspiring God so fill you with perfect joy and peace through your continuing faith, that you may bubble over with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Joy » Ministers should » Come to their people with
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
keeping our eyes on Jesus, the perfect leader and example of faith, who, instead of the joy which lay before Him, endured the cross with no regard for its shame, and since has taken His seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
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
keeping our eyes on Jesus, the perfect leader and example of faith, who, instead of the joy which lay before Him, endured the cross with no regard for its shame, and since has taken His seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
Joy » Of saints, is » For temporal blessings
Joy » Of saints, is » In the holy ghost
For the kingdom of God does not consist in what we eat and drink, but in doing right, in peace and joy through the Holy Spirit;
Joy » The coming of Christ will afford to saints, exceeding
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 » The gospel, good tidings of
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
Joy » Of saints, made full by » Answers to prayer
Up to this time you have not asked for anything as bearers of my name, but now you must keep on asking, and you will receive, that your cup of joy may be full to the brim.
Joy » Of saints should be » With awe
Joy » Holy--exemplified » Jailor
Then he took them up to his house and gave them food, and he and all the members of his household were happy in their faith in God.
Joy » Ministers should » Finish their course with
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 » Instances of » Of the disciples in the temple because they had received the gift of the holy spirit
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
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
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
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
Just so, I tell you, there is joy among the angels of God over one sinful person who repents!"
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 angels, when jesus was born
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
I have told you these things, that you through union with me may have peace. In the world you have trouble, but be courageous! I have conquered the world."
Joy » Of saints, is » For the hope of glory
by whom we have an introduction through faith into this state of God's favor, in which we safely stand; and let us continue exulting in the hope of enjoying the glorious presence of God.
Joy » Of saints, is » For election
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
At that very moment, by the power of the Holy Spirit, He exulted and said, "I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for concealing these matters from wise and learned men, and for revealing them to little children. Yes, Father, I thank you that your good pleasure made it so.
Joy » Christ's joy » Bestowed through his words
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
"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 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
I most solemnly say to you, you will weep and wail, but the world will be glad; you will grieve but your grief will be turned into gladness.
Joy » In sorrow in tribulation, examples of » Persecution
So they went out from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer disgrace for Jesus' name;
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The return of the penitent sinner
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 » Of saints, made full by » The favor of God
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
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
my spirit exults in God my Saviour;
Joy » Soul-winners' » The sower and the reaper rejoice together
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
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
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
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
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
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
Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples at jerusalem, when peter told them about the conversion of cornelius and other gentiles
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
Joy » Instances of » Of the disciples, because the demons were subject to them
Now the seventy returned and joyously reported, "Lord, even the demons are submitting to us in your name."
Joy » Instances of » The disciple, after the resurrection of jesus
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
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
But about midnight, while Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns of praise to God, and the prisoners were listening to them,
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
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
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
And you followed the example set by us and by the Lord, because you welcomed our message with a joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, in spite of the painful persecutions it brought you,
Joy » Instances of » Of the shepherds, when they saw the infant jesus
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
Joy » Instances of » Of the immobile man who was healed by peter
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
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
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
sad but always glad, poor but making many people rich, penniless but really possessing everything.
But about midnight, while Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns of praise to God, and the prisoners were listening to them,
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.
By the help of the Lord always keep up the glad spirit; yes, I will repeat it, keep up the glad spirit.
Seven » Morning glories of john » Joy
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
Christ's Joy
John 15:11"I have told you these things, that the joy which I have had may remain in you and that your joy may be complete.
Fulness Of Joy
1 Peter 1:8-9You 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,
God, Joy Of
John 15:11"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 And Happiness
Luke 1:14This will bring you gladness and delight, and many will rejoice over his birth.
Joy As A Fruit Of The Spirit
Galatians 5:22But the product of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Joy In Worship
Colossians 3:16Let the message of Christ continue to live in you in all its wealth of wisdom; keep on teaching it to one another and training one another in it with thankfulness, in your hearts singing praise to God with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.
Joy, And Human Experience
Luke 1:13-15But 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 2:8-11Now there were some shepherds in the same neighborhood, living in the open fields and keeping watch over their flock by night.
Mourning Turned To Joy
John 16:20I most solemnly say to you, you will weep and wail, but the world will be glad; you will grieve but your grief will be turned into gladness.
Promised Joy
Romans 15:13May the hope-inspiring God so fill you with perfect joy and peace through your continuing faith, that you may bubble over with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Restored Joy
John 16:20I most solemnly say to you, you will weep and wail, but the world will be glad; you will grieve but your grief will be turned into gladness.
The Holy Spirit Giving Joy
Luke 1:41-45When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped within her. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit,
The Joy Of Fathers
Philippians 4:1So, my dearly loved brothers, whom I long to see, my joy and crown, by the help of the Lord keep on standing firm, dearly loved friends.
The Soul Winners Joy
Luke 15:6and 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!'