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The Holy Spirit brings joy to believers, giving them an inner contentment and happiness which is not dependent upon external circumstances.
The Holy Spirit enables the Messiah to bring joy
Isaiah 61:1-3 See also Isaiah 9:2-3
The Holy Spirit gives joy
To those anticipating Jesus Christ's birth
Luke 1:41-45 See also Luke 1:67-68
To Jesus Christ
Luke 10:21 See also Hebrews 1:9
To disciples even in the face of opposition
Acts 13:52 See also Acts 16:25; 1 Thessalonians 1:6; 1 Peter 4:13-14
The Holy Spirit's fruit includes joy
Galatians 5:22 See also Romans 14:17; Romans 15:13
Evidence of the Holy Spirit's work prompts believers to rejoice
Acts 11:15-18 See also Acts 11:23-24
See also
1070 God, joy of 2039 Christ, joy of 3218 Holy Spirit & praise 3254 Holy Spirit, fruit of 3269 Holy Spirit in Christ 5874 happiness 8283 joy
