Bible Verses About Joy

The Lord Jesus said, “And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold” (Matthew 24:12). Today’s world is becoming more and more dark and evil. People all follow the trends of this world, and long for the enjoyments of the flesh. Believers don’t practice the Lord’s words, or follow the Lord’s commandments; …… Thus, their faith becomes tepid, and they feel negative and weak, and lose the Lord’s presence. During the dangerous days in the last days, how can we gain faith and power from God? Read the following Bible verses about faith and they will help you receive the work of the Holy Spirit, increase your faith in the Lord, and restore the normal relationship with God. The Significance of Faith Hebrews 3:14 For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence steadfast to the end. 1 John 5:4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world: and this is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith. James 2:26 For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also. Mark 9:23 Jesus said to him, If you can believe, all things are possible to him that believes. James 2:22 See you how faith worked with his works, and by works was faith made perfect? John 11:40 Jesus said to her, Said I not to you, that, if you would believe, you should see the glory of God? The Root Cause of Losing Faith Matthew 24:12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. Amos 4:7-8 And also I have withheld the rain from you, when there were yet three months to the harvest: and I caused it to rain on one city, and caused it not to rain on another city: one piece was rained on, and the piece whereupon it rained not withered. So two or three cities wandered to one city, to drink water; but they were not satisfied: yet have you not returned to me, said the LORD. 1 John 2:15-16 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. How to Rebuild Faith in God John 16:12-13 I have yet many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. However, when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come. John 4:23 But the hour comes, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeks such to worship him. 1 John 5:14 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he hears us: Revelation 22:7 Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keeps the sayings of the prophecy of this book. Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened to you: For every one that asks receives; and he that seeks finds; and to him that knocks it shall be opened. Matthew 21:22 Jesus once said, “And all things, whatever you shall ask in prayer, believing, you shall receive”.

Mark 11:24 Therefore I say to you, What things soever you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you shall have them.

Matthew 6:7 But when you pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

In recent years, we have seen that disasters such as plagues, wars, famines, earthquakes, and floods are more and more serious around the world. Especially in 2021, disasters are occurring more frequently and more seriously than before. Many people are concerned about disasters that may befall them, and they want to be protected by God during disasters, but few seek what God’s will is when disasters occur. In fact, the occurrence of these disasters is exactly the sign of the Lord’s return, indicating that the Lord has already returned. Only if we welcome the Lord’s return can we have the chance to gain God’s protection. Read these Bible verses about disasters and relevant words of God, and you will find the way to welcome the Lord’s return and receive protection. As long as we seek with an open heart, God will guide us. 1. Bible Verses About End-Time Disasters Matthew 24:7–8 For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows. Revelation 6:8 And I looked, and behold a pale horse: and his name that sat on him was Death, and Hell followed with him. And power was given to them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth. Luke 21:11 And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven. Revelation 16:17–18 And the seventh angel poured out his vial into the air; and there came a great voice out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, It is done. And there were voices, and thunders, and lightning; and there was a great earthquake, such as was not since men were on the earth, so mighty an earthquake, and so great. Revelation 8:7 The first angel sounded, and there followed hail and fire mingled with blood, and they were cast on the earth: and the third part of trees was burnt up, and all green grass was burnt up. 2. The Only Way to Be Protected From Disasters “Behold, I come quickly” (Revelation 22:12). This is the Lord Jesus’ promise to people 2,000 years ago. Now disasters are occurring, which precisely fulfills the prophecies of the Lord’s return. The Lord has already come back and expressed the truth to do the work of judging and purifying mankind to completely save people from the bondage of sin, so that we can have the chance to survive the disasters and be brought into the heavenly kingdom. Sending down disasters is a way by which God saves us. Then how can we welcome the Lord and find the only way to gain protection? Read on. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Revelation 2:7 He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. Matthew 25:6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom comes; go you out to meet him. John 10:27 My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.

We can use these Bible verses to celebrate God’s blessing of life. These verses are perfect for sending to someone on their birthday. Every life is precious in God’s eyes, and He has a plan for everyone’s fate. These verses are full of hope and promises for the future. Never forget that God gives us life and that He loves us! Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts to wisdom. Psalm 139:13-14 For you have possessed my reins: you have covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise you; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are your works; and that my soul knows right well. Psalm 148:5-6 Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created. He has also established them for ever and ever: he has made a decree which shall not pass. Psalm 71:6-8 By you have I been held up from the womb: you are he that took me out of my mother’s bowels: my praise shall be continually of you. I am as a wonder to many; but you are my strong refuge. Let my mouth be filled with your praise and with your honor all the day. Psalm 22:9-10 But you are he that took me out of the womb: you did make me hope when I was on my mother’s breasts. I was cast on you from the womb: you are my God from my mother’s belly. Proverbs 4:10-13 Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of your life shall be many. I have taught you in the way of wisdom; I have led you in right paths. When you go, your steps shall not be straitened; and when you run, you shall not stumble. Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is your life. Ecclesiastes 5:19-20 Every man also to whom God has given riches and wealth, and has given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labor; this is the gift of God. For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answers him in the joy of his heart. Proverbs 9:11 For by me your days shall be multiplied, and the years of your life shall be increased. Psalm 65:11 You crown the year with your goodness; and your paths drop fatness. Psalm 16:11 You will show me the path of life: in your presence is fullness of joy; at your right hand there are pleasures for ever more.

Matthew 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness to all nations; and then shall the end come.

Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Psalm 56:3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in you. Isaiah 4:10 Fear you not; for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. Psalm 34:18 The LORD is near to them that are of a broken heart; and saves such as be of a contrite spirit. Proverbs 12:25 Heaviness in the heart of man makes it stoop: but a good word makes it glad. Colossians 3:15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also you are called in one body; and be you thankful. Psalm 29:1 The LORD sits on the flood; yes, the LORD sits King for ever. Isaiah 26:12 LORD, you will ordain peace for us: for you also have worked all our works in us.

True happiness comes from God who created the heavens and earth and all things. When we obey God’s requirements of us, blessings will be with us. Blessed are those who truly trust in God, for he has the faith within given by God. All beautiful things are from God. So, we should thank and praise God when we receive blessings. We can find the word “blessings” more than 7,000 times in the Bible. We selected ten verses about blessings below. Let’s recall God’s love for us when reading these verses. John 1:16 And of his fullness have all we received, and grace for grace. Deuteronomy 11:11-12 But the land, where you go to possess it, is a land of hills and valleys, and drinks water of the rain of heaven: A land which the LORD your God cares for: the eyes of the LORD your God are always on it, from the beginning of the year even to the end of the year. Deuteronomy 28:1-6 And it shall come to pass, if you shall listen diligently to the voice of the LORD your God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command you this day, that the LORD your God will set you on high above all nations of the earthAnd all these blessings shall come on you, and overtake you, if you shall listen to the voice of the LORD your God.Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field.Blessed shall be the fruit of your body, and the fruit of your ground, and the fruit of your cattle, the increase of your cows, and the flocks of your sheep.Blessed shall be your basket and your store.Blessed shall you be when you come in, and blessed shall you be when you go out. Psalm 16:9-11 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices: my flesh also shall rest in hope.For you will not leave my soul in hell; neither will you suffer your Holy One to see corruption.You will show me the path of life: in your presence is fullness of joy; at your right hand there are pleasures for ever more. 2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Hosea 6:3 Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the LORD: his going forth is prepared as the morning; and he shall come to us as the rain, as the latter and former rain to the earth. Matthew 5:3-10 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Mark 10:16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands on them, and blessed them.