Joy is an important aspect of God's kingdom. Romans 14:17 Joy is different from happiness. Joy is an evidence of our faith. Joy is the way God wants you to live. Joy in the midst of resistance, joy despite challenges, joy irrespective of unpleasant situations is evidence of faith. James 1:2,3 And without faith it is impossible to please God. Let God see your joy. Psalm 47:1 Your joy is a spiritual signal to God that you're still in the battle. Your joy in the place of prayer and after prayer is a signal to God that you believe He hears you and has answered you. Proverbs 10:28 Being joyful in God's presence is evidence your relationship with God is cordial. Ecclesiastes 9:7 Being joyful has great benefits! Joyful people are healthier, stronger and go further than those who don't know how to be joyful. Nehemiah 8:10 Joy will help you draw from the Lord, the things Jesus paid the price for you to have. Isaiah 12:3 Your joy shows your faith. You need faith t...