‘And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: ‘ Psalms 105:43 https://my.bible.com/bible/1/PSA.105.43

‘Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; and sorrow and mourning shall flee away. ‘ Isaiah 51:11 https://my.bible.com/bible/1/ISA.51.11

‘And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. ‘ Luke 2:10 https://my.bible.com/bible/1/LUK.2.10

‘In that same hour he rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. ‘ Luke 10:21 https://my.bible.com/bible/59/LUK.10.21

‘Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. ‘ Matthew 5:12 https://my.bible.com/bible/59/MAT.5.12

‘Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith, ‘ Philippians 1:25 https://my.bible.com/bible/59/PHP.1.25

‘Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. ‘ Philippians 3:1 https://my.bible.com/bible/59/PHP.3.1

‘as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet bestowing riches on many; as having nothing, yet possessing all things. ‘ 2 Corinthians 6:10 https://my.bible.com/bible/1588/2CO.6.10