25 Bible Verses about Rejoicing in the Lord

May 8

Have you ever wondered how the walls of Jericho came tumbling down? It was through the power of rejoicing! The Israelites marched around the city, blew their trumpets, and shouted for joy (Joshua 6:1-27). This captivating story reminds us that there is immense strength in rejoicing in the Lord. In times of happiness and hardship, we can turn to the Bible to find encouragement and inspiration. In this article, we'll explore 25 verses about rejoicing in the Lord, organized into meaningful subcategories.

Praising God in All Circumstances

Philippians 4:4

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Habakkuk 3:17-18

Though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines, the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, the flock be cut off from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD; I will take joy in the God of my salvation.

The Joy of Salvation

Psalm 32:11

Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!

Isaiah 61:10

I will greatly rejoice in the LORD; my soul shall exult in my God, for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation; he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself like a priest with a beautiful headdress, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

Luke 15:7

Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.

Psalm 51:12

Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit.

God as the Source of Our Joy

Psalm 16:11

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 28:7

The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.

Nehemiah 8:10

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."

Psalm 126:3

The LORD has done great things for us; we are glad.

Joy in Community and Worship

Psalm 100:1-2

Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth! Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.

Psalm 133:1

Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!

Hebrews 10:24-25

And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.

Joy Through Trusting in God's Promises

Romans 15:13

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.

Psalm 5:11

But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you.

Isaiah 55:12

For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

Psalm 40:16

But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who love your salvation say continually, "Great is the LORD!"

Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Our Response to God's Goodness

Psalm 118:24

This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Psalm 34:1-3

I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the LORD; let the humble hear and be glad. Oh, magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together!

James 1:2-3

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.

1 Peter 1:8-9

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, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Conclusion

In both good times and challenging circumstances, rejoicing in the Lord is a powerful expression of our faith. These 25 Bible verses remind us that God is our strength, our salvation, and the source of our joy. As we gather together in worship and lean on Him during trials, we find true happiness and contentment in His presence.

A Personal Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of joy and the strength that comes from rejoicing in you. Help us to always turn to your Word for encouragement and inspiration. May we continually praise you and share your love with those around us. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Nathan | Editor | Bible Lyfe

A graduate of Asbury Seminary, Nathan co-founded Christ Community Church with a fervent mission to serve the poor while making disciples of all nations. In 2017, he started Bridgetown Ventures, a ministry that empowers the marginalized to be architects of change in their own communities. In his transformative book, Storm the Gates, Nathan invites readers to embody the core values essential to fulfilling the Great Commission, serving as a clarion call for compassion, faith, and global discipleship.