In a world filled with discouragement and disillusionment, how can we live joy filled lives? These 50 Bible verses about joy help us to understand the source of our joy, how to be joyful, and how to rejoice when suffering.

“Joy is the happiness that doesn’t depend on what happens.” —David Steindl-Rast #InstaEncouragements #quotes #joy

Use these 40 Bible Verses on joy and happiness to encourage your heart before the Lord! Dive into a wellspring of joy found in God's Word and let these Scriptures brighten your day. Because sometimes, a little dose of inspiration is all you need!

Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and

David is the one speaking in this verse, and his heart is glad because he has found true joy in the presence of the Lord. #thankful #joyful #joy #mareedee

Recently, I read C.S. Lewis’s account of his early years called, Surprised by Joy. In it, Lewis tells how he ended up becoming an atheist (as a teen) and what, ultimately, led him back to Christianity.

I’ve pulled out seven quotes, by C.S. Lewis, that I believe; shine a brighter light on the concept of joy.

Need more JOY in your life, find great ways to encounter joy today! #serenityinsuffering #serenity #joyinspiration #joy #joyful #joyfulness #rejoice