Nehemiah 8:10 (NKJV) 10 Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Having joy as a believer does not … Read more
1 John 1:4 (NKJV) 4 And these things we write to you that your joy may be full. The joy that John speaks of here does not come from material wealth and success. This joy is a divine character that we receive from God through His Holy Spirit living in us. It is a knowing … Read more
James 1:2-3 (NKJV) 2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. Joy. That word always brings to my mind images of people smiling, and maybe even dancing and celebrating. Never do we think of that word, joy, in the same … Read more
Proverbs 10:28 (NKJV) 28 The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing. Who are the righteous? Those who believe in Jesus Christ, God’s Son. We are the righteous. Through His salvation comes great joy! And that joy is what keeps us going. It is alive in us … Read more
Romans 15:13 (NKJV) 13 Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Oh, how precious is our God… Hallelujah!! How do we get through each day? By having His joy. By walking in His Peace … Read more
Psalm 100: 1-2 (NKJV) 1 Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. There’s probably not much shouting with joy these days, with all that is going on. It is so devastating to look at and watch. And it’s almost unbelievable the way … Read more