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Nehemiah 8:10
“For the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
Joy is described here as strength that comes from God.
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Bible Passages About Joy
Biblical joy is deeper than a good mood. It is rooted in God's presence and promises.
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Psalm 16:11
“In thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.”
The deepest source of joy is God's presence.
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Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing.”
Joy, peace, and hope are joined together in this blessing.
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Psalm 51:8
“Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones you have crushed rejoice.”
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Psalm 68:3
“But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; may they be happy and joyful.”
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Psalm 92:4
“For you make me glad by your deeds, LORD; I sing for joy at what your hands have done.”
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Psalm 32:11
“Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, you righteous; sing, all you who are upright in heart!”
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Psalm 5:11
“But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.”
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Zephaniah 3:14
“Sing, Daughter Zion; shout aloud, Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, Daughter Jerusalem!”
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Psalm 68:4
“Sing to God, sing in praise of his name, extol him who rides on the clouds; rejoice before him—his name is the LORD.”
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Isaiah 65:18
“Be glad and rejoice forever in what I will create, for I will create Jerusalem to be a delight and its people a joy.”
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Habakkuk 3:18
“Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.”
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Psalm 16:9
“Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure.”
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Acts 2:26
“Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest in hope.”
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1 Chronicles 16:31
“Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let them say among the nations, The LORD reigns!”
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Psalm 65:13
“The meadows are covered with flocks and the valleys are mantled with grain; they shout for joy and sing.”
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Ecclesiastes 9:7
“Go, eat your food with gladness, and drink your wine with a joyful heart, for God has already approved what you do.”
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John 16:22
“So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.”
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2 Corinthians 13:11
“Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice!”
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Psalm 86:4
“Bring joy to your servant, Lord, for I put my trust in you.”
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Psalm 63:7
“Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings.”
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Psalm 4:7
“Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.”
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Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
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Isaiah 14:7
“All the lands are at rest and at peace; they break into singing.”
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Psalm 35:9
“Then my soul will rejoice in the LORD and delight in his salvation.”
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2 Corinthians 7:4
“I am greatly encouraged; in all our troubles my joy knows no bounds.”
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Psalm 69:32
“The poor will see and be glad— you who seek God, may your hearts live!”
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Psalm 13:5
“But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation.”
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1 Chronicles 16:10
“Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.”
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Job 8:21
“He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy.”
A Short Prayer
Lord, renew my joy and help me notice Your goodness today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Bible passage is about joy?
Nehemiah 8:10 and Psalm 16:11 are clear Bible passages about joy that comes from the Lord.