He will fill your mouth with laughter. Shouts of joy will come from your lips.
Sarah said, “God has given laughter to me. Everyone who hears about this will laugh with me.”
On that day large numbers of sacrifices were offered. The people were glad because God had given them great joy. The women and children were also very happy. The joyful sound in Jerusalem could be heard far away.
But no one says, ‘Where is the God who made me? He gives us songs even during the night.
You will laugh when things are being destroyed. You will enjoy life even when there isn’t enough food. You won’t be afraid of wild animals.
Shout for joy to the Lord, everyone on earth.
Our enemies took us away from Zion. But when the Lord brought us home, it seemed like a dream to us.
Our mouths were filled with laughter. Our tongues sang with joy. Then the people of other nations said, “The Lord has done great things for them.”
Those who go out weeping as they carry seeds to plant will come back singing with joy. They will bring the new crop back with them.
Be glad because of what the Lord has done for you. Be joyful, you who do what is right! Sing, all you whose hearts are honest!
Shout for joy to the Lord, everyone on earth. Burst into joyful songs and make music.
Blessed are you who are hungry now. You will be satisfied. Blessed are you who are sad now. You will laugh.