"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." {1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NASB}
"Be joyful always, pray at all times, be thankful in all circumstances. This is what God wants from you in your life in union with Christ Jesus." {1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 GNT}
" . . . the joy of the Lord is your strength." {Nehemiah 8:10 NIV}