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When the\xa0Lord\xa0restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who\xa0dream. Then our\xa0mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, \u201cThe\xa0Lord\xa0has done great things for them.\u201dThe\xa0Lord\xa0has done great things for us; we are glad. Restore our fortunes, O\xa0Lord, like streams in the Negeb! Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.
Psalm 126:1-6 (ESV)

Joy

1. Joy is a Perspective

\u201cJoy is nurtured by anticipation. If the joy producing acts of God are characteristic of our past as God\u2019s people, they will be characteristic of our future as God\u2019s people. What we have known of Him, we will know of Him. Just as joy builds on the past, it borrows from the future.\u201d
\u2013Eugene Peterson

1. Joy is a Place
2. Joy is a Person

You make known to me\xa0the path of life; in your presence there is\xa0fullness of joy;\xa0at your right hand are\xa0pleasures forevermore.
Psalm 16:11\xa0(ESV)

As the Father has loved me,\xa0so have I loved you. Abide in my love.\xa0If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as\xa0I have kept\xa0my Father's commandments and abide in his love.\xa0These things I have spoken to you,\xa0that my joy may be in you, and that\xa0your joy may be full.
John 15:9-11 (ESV)