Smiles have a captivating power, a universal language that speaks of joy, hope, and love. In moments of despair and challenges, the Bible offers us wisdom that reminds us of the beauty of a smile. Here are ten profound quotes from the Scriptures that encapsulate the essence of a smile, bringing light into the shadows of life.
1. Proverbs 15:13
“A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart, the spirit is broken.”
2. Psalm 126:2
“Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing. Then they said among the nations, ‘The Lord has done great things for them.'”
3. Proverbs 17:22
“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
4. Ecclesiastes 3:12-13
“I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live; also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all their toil—this is God’s gift to man.”
5. Nehemiah 8:10
“Do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
6. Song of Solomon 2:14
“O my dove, in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the cliff, let me see your face, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely.”
7. Philippians 4:4
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!”
8. Matthew 5:12
“Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.”
9. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
10. Psalm 118:24
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
These quotes serve as cherished reminders that smiles blossom from hearts filled with joy, and sharing this gift can illuminate the lives of those around us.
