Laughter

Proverbs 17:22

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
This verse highlights the positive impact of joy and laughter on our overall well-being.

Ecclesiastes 3:4

“A time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.”
This verse acknowledges that life encompasses a range of emotions, and there are appropriate times for both laughter and sadness.

Psalm 2:4

“He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord holds them in derision.”
This verse portrays God’s sovereignty and ultimate power over those who oppose Him.

Psalm 37:13

“The Lord laughs at the wicked, for he knows their day is coming.”
Similar to Psalm 2:4, this verse emphasises God’s awareness and control over the fate of the wicked.

Psalm 126:2

“Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, ‘The Lord has done great things for them.'”
This verse expresses the joy and gratitude that result from God’s deliverance and blessings.

Job 8:21

“He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy.”
This verse offers a message of hope and restoration, promising future joy and laughter even in the midst of suffering.

Genesis 21:6

“And Sarah said, ‘God has made laughter for me; everyone who hears will laugh with me.'”
This verse reflects Sarah’s joy and amazement at the unexpected blessing of having a child in her old age.

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