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The term "joyously" refers to the expression or feeling of great happiness and delight, often accompanied by a sense of spiritual fulfillment and gratitude. In the context of the Bible, joy is a profound and enduring state that transcends mere happiness, rooted in the believer's relationship with God and the assurance of His promises.

Biblical Foundation of Joy

Joy is a central theme throughout the Scriptures, often associated with the presence and blessings of God. In the Old Testament, joy is frequently linked to worship and the celebration of God's mighty acts. For instance, in the Psalms, joy is a response to God's salvation and deliverance: "You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand" (Psalm 16:11).

The New Testament further develops the concept of joy, particularly through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The announcement of Christ's birth was heralded as "good news of great joy" (Luke 2:10), signifying the arrival of the Savior and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. Jesus Himself spoke of the fullness of joy that comes from abiding in His love and keeping His commandments: "I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete" (John 15:11).

Joy in the Life of Believers

For Christians, joy is both a fruit of the Spirit and a hallmark of the Christian life. The Apostle Paul emphasizes this in his epistles, encouraging believers to rejoice in the Lord always (Philippians 4:4). This joy is not dependent on external circumstances but is a steadfast assurance rooted in faith. Paul writes, "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness" (Galatians 5:22), indicating that joy is a natural outcome of a life led by the Holy Spirit.

The early church exemplified this joy even amidst persecution and trials. In Acts, the apostles rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer for the name of Jesus (Acts 5:41). This joy in suffering is echoed in James' exhortation: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds" (James 1:2), highlighting the transformative power of joy in the believer's life.

Joy in Worship and Community

Joy is also a vital component of worship and communal life within the body of Christ. The Psalms frequently call the people of God to worship with joy and gladness: "Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs" (Psalm 100:2). This joy in worship reflects the believer's gratitude and reverence for God's majesty and goodness.

In the New Testament, the early Christian communities were characterized by joy and fellowship. The believers in Acts "ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people" (Acts 2:46-47). This communal joy was a testimony to the transformative power of the Gospel and the unity of the Spirit.

Eternal Joy

The Bible promises an eternal joy that awaits believers in the presence of God. This eschatological hope is a source of comfort and encouragement, as expressed in Revelation: "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away" (Revelation 21:4). The anticipation of this eternal joy motivates believers to persevere in faith and live in the light of God's promises.
Greek
5479. chara -- joy, delight
... Word Origin from chairo Definition joy, delight NASB Word Usage greatly (1), joy
(54), joyful (1), joyfully (1), joyously (1), rejoicing (1). gladness, joy. ...
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2165. euphraino -- to cheer, make merry
... Word Origin from eu and phren Definition to cheer, make merry NASB Word Usage celebrate
(5), glad (1), joyously living (1), makes...glad (1), merry (1 ...
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Strong's Hebrew
5965. alas -- to rejoice
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to rejoice NASB Word Usage delight
(1), enjoy (1), flap joyously (1). Exult, wave joyously. A ...
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8342. sason -- exultation, rejoicing
... Word Origin from sus Definition exultation, rejoicing NASB Word Usage gaiety
(1), gladness (3), joy (15), joyously (1), rejoicing (2). ...
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Library

To Monna Lapa Her Mother and to Monna Cecca in the Monastery of ...
... And the disciples, who loved her beyond measure, yet leave her joyously, enduring
every grief for the honour of God, and go out among tyrants, enduring many ...
/.../benincasa/letters of catherine benincasa/to monna lapa her mother 2.htm

A Hymn Concerning Her.
... wild beasts. "Agnes joyously laughs at the sword, herself stronger than
steel, Cecilia joyously laughs at the foemen's sword. "Many ...
/.../bede/bedes ecclesiastical history of england/chap xx a hymn concerning.htm

Religion --A Reality
... there in the back-room of the house, lay a fine youth, a member of this Church,
sickening and near to death of consumption, and he talked to me joyously of his ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 8 1863/religiona reality.htm

The Procession of Sorrow
... but carrying his cross. Your Prince is surrounded by a multitude of friends;
hark how they joyously welcome him! And well they may ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 9 1863/the procession of sorrow.htm

Covenanting Adapted to the Moral Constitution of Man.
... acquiescence. What it demanded as duty to God, and duty to man, as if bound,
yet free, he joyously proffered and endeavoured to give. ...
/.../cunningham/the ordinance of covenanting/chapter vii covenanting adapted to.htm

Treatise iii. On the Lapsed.
... the Lord's crown. How joyously does your Mother Church receive you in her
bosom, as you return from the battle! How blissfully, how ...
/.../cyprian/the treatises of cyprian/treatise iii on the lapsed.htm

Lessons.
... When the vessel is gliding joyously on the calm sea, the treacherous rock may be
at hand, and, in one brief hour, it has become a shattered wreck! ...
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Satan's Banquet
... best wine; then we have the sparkling eye, and the ear attuned to music; then the
blood flows swiftly through the veins and the pulse beats joyously; but wait ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/satans banquet.htm

The Spread of the Gospel.
... The French are very ardent missionaries, bearing joyously all kinds of privations,
and forming their stations wherever they see any hope of gaining converts. ...
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The Church as She Should Be
... you learn that to his discerning eye she is not weak, dishonorable, and despicable,
but bears herself as one of highest rank, consciously, joyously strong in ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/the church as she should.htm

Thesaurus
Joyously (8 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Joyously (8 Occurrences). ... (See RSV). Job 39:13 The wing
of the ostrich beats joyously But is it the stork's pinion and plumage? ...
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Joyous (10 Occurrences)

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Ostriches (8 Occurrences)
... (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY NAS RSV). Job 39:13 The wing of the ostrich beateth joyously;
but are her pinions and feathers the kindly stork's? (See NAS). ...
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Joyfully (37 Occurrences)
... made. (See NAS). Job 39:13 The wing of the ostrich beateth joyously; but
are her pinions and feathers the kindly stork's? (See NIV). ...
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Joys (1 Occurrence)

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Exult (50 Occurrences)
... Psalms 5:11 And all that trust in thee shall rejoice: for ever shall they shout
joyously, and thou wilt protect them; and they that love thy name shall exult ...
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Protect (32 Occurrences)
... Psalms 5:11 And all that trust in thee shall rejoice: for ever shall they shout
joyously, and thou wilt protect them; and they that love thy name shall exult ...
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Pinion (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Pinion (4 Occurrences). Job 39:13 The wing of the ostrich
beateth joyously; but are her pinions and feathers the kindly stork's? ...
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Beats (3 Occurrences)
... be punished. (See NIV). Job 39:13 The wing of the ostrich beats joyously
But is it the stork's pinion and plumage? (DBY). Isaiah 41 ...
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Joyously (8 Occurrences)

Luke 16:19
"Now there was a certain rich man, and he was clothed in purple and fine linen, living in luxury every day.
(See NAS)

Colossians 1:11
in all might being made mighty according to the power of His glory, to all endurance and long-suffering with joy.
(See NAS)

1 Chronicles 29:17
I know also, my God, that Thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the uprightness of my heart I have willingly offered all these things; and now have I seen with joy Thy people, that are present here, offer willingly unto Thee.
(See RSV)

Job 39:13
The wing of the ostrich beats joyously But is it the stork's pinion and plumage?
(DBY JPS NAS)

Psalms 5:11
And all that trust in thee shall rejoice: for ever shall they shout joyously, and thou wilt protect them; and they that love thy name shall exult in thee.
(DBY)

Psalms 81:1
{To the chief Musician. Upon the Gittith. A Psalm of Asaph.} Sing ye joyously unto God our strength, shout aloud unto the God of Jacob;
(DBY)

Psalms 89:12
You have made the north and the south; Tabor and Hermon are sounding with joy at your name.
(See RSV)

Isaiah 12:3
Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
(See NAS)

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