“The LORD reigns; let the earth rejoice . . . Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous [by faith]” (Psalm 97:1, 12). 

“And they shall call His name ‘Immanuel,’ which is translated, ‘God with us’” (Matthew 1:23). 

“But let the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; let them also be merry and joyful” (Psalm 68:3, Coverdale Version, 2019 Anglican Book of Common Prayer). 

“There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God . . . God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved” (Psalm 46:4a, 5a). 

“The LORD is my strength and shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped” (Psalm 28:7). 

“Those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You” (Psalm 9:10). 

"Hear my prayer, O Lord, give ear to my supplications! In Your faithfulness answer me, and in Your righteousness" (Psalm 143:1).

“My eyes are awake through the night watches, that I may meditate on Your word” (Psalm 119:148).