Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Fun?

7 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Fun in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about fun. This collection of 8 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

7
Total Verses
6
Old Testament
1
New Testament

Top 7 Verses About Fun

  1. 1
    Proverbs 15:13
    A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Proverbs 17:22
    A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. like: or, to
    KJV
  3. 3
    Ecclesiastes 2:24
    There is nothing better for a man, than that he should eat and drink, and that he should make his soul enjoy good in his labour. This also I saw, that it was from the hand of God. should make: or, delight his senses
    KJV
  4. 4
    Ecclesiastes 3:4
    A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
    KJV
  5. 5
    Ecclesiastes 8:15
    Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Zechariah 8:5
    And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing in the streets thereof.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Philippians 4:4
    Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.
    KJV

Subtopics of Fun

having fun
making fun
making fun of others
making fun of people

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Fun? (6 Verses)

A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. like: or, to
There is nothing better for a man, than that he should eat and drink, and that he should make his soul enjoy good in his labour. This also I saw, that it was from the hand of God. should make: or, delight his senses
A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun.
And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing in the streets thereof.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Fun? (1 Verses)

Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Fun

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about fun. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about fun and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about fun is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on fun needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about fun with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about fun, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Fun?

You have studied 7 verses about fun. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about fun?
Explore what the Bible says about fun. This collection of 8 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 7 key verses about fun spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about fun are there?
There are 7 key Bible verses about fun compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about fun?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about fun is Proverbs 15:13 — "A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken."
Where in the Bible does it talk about fun?
Fun is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 7 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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