Rejoice always 

Rejoice always, - 1 Thessalonians 5:16 The word "rejoice" appears 282 times in the Bible, and it generally refers to expressing great joy or happiness. Here are some key verses that call for rejoicing and demonstrate how the Lord rejoices over His people: Rejoice in the Lord always: Philippians 4:4 (NIV) - "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Rejoice in God's salvation: Psalm 9:14 (NIV) - "that I may declare your praises in the gates of Daughter Zion and there rejoice in your salvation." Rejoice in hope: Romans 12:12 (NIV) - "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Rejoice in the goodness of God: Deuteronomy 12:7 (NIV) - "There, in the presence of the LORD your God, you and your families shall eat and shall rejoice in everything you have put your hand to because the LORD your God has blessed you." Rejoice in God's presence: 1 Chronicles 16:10-11 (NIV) - "Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always." Rejoice in God's deliverance: Psalm 32:11 (NIV) - "Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, you righteous; sing, all you who are upright in heart!" Rejoice in the Word of God: Jeremiah 15:16 (NIV) - "When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart's delight, for I bear your name, LORD God Almighty." How the Lord rejoices over us family, the Bible portrays God's love and delight in His people using various analogies: Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) - "The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love, he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing." Isaiah 62:5 (NIV) - "As a young man marries a young woman, so will your Builder marry you; as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so will your God rejoice over you." Psalm 149:4 (NIV) - "For the Lord takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with victory." Proverbs 8:30-31 (NIV) - "Then I [Wisdom, a personification of God] was constantly at his side. I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always in his presence, rejoicing in his whole world and delighting in mankind." These verses illustrate that God's joy and delight in His people are likened to that of a loving parent or a bridegroom over his bride. It shows the deep and personal relationship God desires with His followers, where He takes joy in our well-being, growth, and fellowship with Him. All Prayed Up: Heavenly Father, As I come before Your presence, I am reminded of Your goodness and the countless reasons I have to rejoice. Today, I want to surrender my heart to You, asking for the grace to remember to rejoice always in the Lord, no matter the circumstances. In times of happiness and abundance, may I rejoice and give thanks for Your blessings that overflow in my life. When facing trials and challenges, help me find joy in the knowledge that You are with me, guiding and strengthening me through every storm. Teach me to rejoice in Your salvation, for You have redeemed me and called me Your own. Fill my heart with hope, knowing that You have a purpose for my life and that You work all things together for good. Lord, forgive me for the moments when I allowed worry, doubt, or fear to overshadow my joy. I lay my burdens at Your feet and choose to trust in Your perfect plan for me. I pray that Your joy would be my strength, sustaining me through every season of life. May my life be a testimony of Your goodness and grace, reflecting the joy that comes from knowing You. Thank You, Lord, for the privilege to rejoice in You. As I go through each day, may Your joy be evident in my words, actions, and attitudes. May I be a beacon of light, drawing others to Your love through my joy in You. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen. All Songed Up: Rejoice | VOUS Worship (feat. DOE) Until Next Time Family I Love You (KISS) Remember Rejoice Always and Be Good To One Another