Good morning,

Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the LORD is your strength!

Nehemiah 8:10 NLT

What is joy? Joy is an emotion. 

It is an emotion of great delight and happiness. To be joyful is to be elated about something. 

What is the “joy of the Lord?” The joy of the Lord is joy that comes from God. It is an emotion of elation that God gives His people. It is the gladness of heart that God gives us because we know Him, trust Him, and rely on Him. Why is the joy of the Lord our strength? 

Emotions of sadness and dejection rob us of our energy. Joy, on the other hand, does just the opposite. It gives us energy and strength. 

Have a great day.