Many are looking for Joy and not finding it. True lasting Joy is only found in relationship and fellowship with God. We can see from this list of Bible verses about Joy from the New Testament that God desires for us to walk in Joy. As you read through these bible verses let them encourage and bring joy to your life.
Bible Verses About Joy in the New Testament
Matthew 13:20 But he who received the seed on rocky ground is he who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy,
Luke 1:14 You will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth.
Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Listen! Do not fear. For I bring you good news of great joy, which will be to all people.
Luke 8:13 Those on the rock are the ones who, when they hear the word, receive it with joy. But these have no root, for they believe for a while, then in the time of temptation fall away.
John 15:11 I have spoken these things to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.
John 16:24 Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
Acts 2:28 You have made known to me the ways of life; You will make me full of joy with Your presence.
Acts 13:52 And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.
Romans 14:17 For the kingdom of God does not mean eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:32 so that I may come to you with joy by the will of God, and may be refreshed together with you.
2 Corinthians 1:24 Not that we have dominion over your faith, but we are fellow workers for your joy, for by faith you stand.
2 Corinthians 2:3 I wrote concerning this matter to you, so that when I came, I would not be grieved by those in whom I ought to rejoice, having confidence in you all, that my joy is your joy.
2 Corinthians 7:4 Great is my boldness of speech toward you; great is my boasting of you. I am filled with comfort, and I am exceedingly joyful in all our tribulation.
2 Corinthians 8:2 how in a great trial of affliction, the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty overflowed toward the riches of their generous giving.
Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faith,
Philippians 1:4 In every prayer of mine for you all, I have always made requests with joy,
Philippians 1:25 Having this confidence, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your joyful advancement of the faith,
Philippians 2:2 then fulfill my joy and be like-minded, having the same love, being in unity with one mind.
Philippians 4:1 Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brothers, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my beloved.
1 Thessalonians 1:6 You became followers of us and the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit.
1 Thessalonians 2:19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Will it not even be you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?
1 Thessalonians 2:20 You are our glory and joy.
1 Thessalonians 3:9 For what thanks can we render to God for you, for all the joy with which we rejoice for your sakes before our God,
Philemon 1:7 For we have great joy and encouragement on account of your love, because the hearts of the saints are refreshed through you, brother.
Hebrews 12:2 Let us look to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.
James 1:2 My brothers, count it all joy when you fall into diverse temptations,
James 4:9 Grieve and mourn and weep. Let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to dejection.
1 Peter 1:8 whom, having not seen, you love; and in whom, though you do not see Him now, you believe and you rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory,
1 John 1:4 We are writing these things to you so that our joy may be complete.
3 John 1:4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.