Top 13 Bible Verses About Joy

Update on by Pastor Jack Wellman

Here are the top 13 Bible verses about joy for you to read, study and by uplifted by.

Joy is a state of mind, but it’s also a fruit of the Spirit of God (Galatians 5:22), and when you are living in joy, you are bearing the fruit of the Holy Spirit and people will notice your joy.  Having joy in this present, evil world comes only to those who have trusted in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Below are our top 13 Bible verses about Joy! Study these verses and radiate joy from within!

Bible verses about joy

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You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and wine abound.
- Psalm 4:7
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Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory,
- 1 Peter 1:8
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These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.
- John 15:11
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Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
- John 16:24
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Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
- Luke 15:10
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For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
- Romans 14:17
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Then he said to them, “Go your way. Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready, for this day is holy to our Lord. And do not be grieved, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
- Nehemiah 8:10
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For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
- Psalm 30:5
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You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
- Psalm 16:11
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So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.
- John 16:22
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Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.
- James 1:2-3
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A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
- Proverbs 17:22
35

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This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
- Psalm 118:24
39

Total Quotes Found: 13

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds

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Sorrow to Joy – John 16

The disciples were saddened that Jesus was about to go away.  They believed that their sorrow would overwhelm them, but Jesus reassured them that “you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you” (John 16:22).  The joy Jesus gives is permanent, unlike the joy found in the world, so our sorrows of today will be turned into joy when we see Jesus for the very first time.

Filled with Joy – Romans 15

When we are filled with sorrow over this world’s state or our life’s circumstances, then pray to God to have your joy restored, just like the Apostle Paul prayed, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope” (Romans 15:13).  When we’re filled with the joy of the Lord, there’s no room for sorrow.

Count it all Joy  – James 1

If we count our blessings, one by one, we’d realize that we have every reason to have joy.  God has chosen us and saved us through Jesus Christ, so when trials overwhelm you, make a choice and “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kind” (James 1:2).  It’s all in how we look at it.  Count your blessings and you can count it all joy!

Inexpressible Joy – 1 Peter 1

People have asked me how I can love a God that I have never seen.   I tell them that my joy is not dependent upon what I see but Who the Lord Jesus Christ is.  Even though I’ve never seen Him, I know He exists and that He is coming someday for me (and you).  The Apostle Peter said, “Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory” (1 Peter 1:8).

Fullness of Joy – Psalm 16

How full is your cup of joy?  Is it half empty or half full?  It depends upon how you look at it.  The psalmist knew that true and lasting joy only comes from God, writing, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore” (Psalm 16:11).  Fill up your cup of joy by remembering all of the blessings of God, and that only in His presence is there “fullness of joy.”

Final Thoughts…

There is strength in being filled with joy, and we hope these top 13 Bible verses about joy helped you feel happy and joyful from within! We challenge you to outwardly spread joy to all that you come in contact with today. It’s amazing how much joy a simple smile can bring someone.

If you liked these top 13 Bible verses about joy, please share them with someone today who could use a little joy in their life.

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