Introduction

  • Psalms 119:47
  • This should be a continuing cycle:
    • Joy in scripture ➡️ more Bible study ➡️ more joy

This is where real, lasting joy is found - in God’s scriptures.

  • Some definitions and terms
    • Delight
    • Joy
    • Happiness

Scripture tells us joy the Spirit produces is …

  • Integral to the kingdom of God - Romans 14:7
  • A gift from God, closely related to our faith and hope - Romans 15:13
  • A blessing to sustain us in times of persecution - I Thessalonians 1:6
  • Described as “inexpressible and full of glory” - I Peter 1:6-8

We are to delight in the law of the Lord

  • Psalms 1
    • Psalms 1:2 - We should delight in meditating on God’s law.
  • Psalms 119 - The “joy in scripture” key verses
    • All over this chapter, it describes so many ways scripture brings about joy in our lives.
    • A reference is made to God’s word in nearly every verse: “law,” “testimonies,” “precepts,” “statutes,” judgments,” “commandments,” etc.
    • Psalms 119:1-8
    • Psalms 119:41-48
    • Psalms 119:97-104
    • Psalms 119:129-136