Jehovah-Shammah translates to “The Lord is There” or “The Lord Is Present.” The name emphasizes God’s abiding presence with His people, indicating that He is always near, accessible, and actively involved in their lives.
Joy is found in God Alone. God causes the Israelites to have joy and commit themselves to joyous praise. He teaches them where to locate their joy and how to have joy that isn’t based on feelings or circumstances but based on an everlasting relationship with Him.
