Psalm 126:5
Psalm 126:5
They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
Those who have experienced sorrow and pain in their lives are encouraged with the promise that their tears will eventually be replaced by songs of joy. This passage speaks of the faithfulness of God to turn sorrow into joy. It acknowledges that suffering is a part of life but assures us that there is hope beyond it. Just as a farmer who sows with tears looks forward to a harvest of joy, so too do we have the promise of eventual rejoicing. This is not just an emotional or fleeting joy, but a deep-rooted joy that comes from God’s strength and encouragement. For those who are weary, this is a call to hold on in faith, for the joy of the Lord will come, and the pain of the present will give way to the glory of His joy.
Acts 13:52
And the disciples were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost.
James 1:2
My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;
Isaiah 12:6
Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion, for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.
Luke 10:17
And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name.