No one can take away the joy Jesus gives me.

A Bible affirmation for joy, rooted in John 16:22.

So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

John 16:22 · BSB

Reflection

Jesus said this to disciples about to watch Him die. Their sorrow would be real, but it would turn to joy when they saw Him again, and no one could take that joy away. Joy rooted in the risen Jesus is hard to lose.

A prayer

Jesus, give me the joy no one can take away. Let it outlast every sorrow.

More verses for joy

Joy is found in His presence, and He is here with me today. Psalm 16:11 Jesus wants my joy to be full, not rationed. John 15:11 The joy of the Lord is my strength. I can stop holding my breath. Nehemiah 8:10 God made today. I'm going to find something in it to be glad about. Psalm 118:24 God can fill me with joy and peace, even on a flat, tired day. Romans 15:13 A joyful heart is good medicine. I'm allowed to laugh today. Proverbs 17:22 I can rejoice in the Lord today, even if today isn't perfect. Philippians 4:4 Even when nothing is growing, I can still rejoice in God. Habakkuk 3:17-18 God has done great things for me, and I'm allowed to celebrate. Psalm 126:3 God can turn my mourning into dancing. Psalm 30:11-12 God's joy in my heart is better than anything money can buy. Psalm 4:7

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