John 16:20

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

The truth is, you will cry and be sad, but the world will be happy. You will be sad, but then your sadness will change to happiness.

Cross References

James 1:2

My brothers and sisters, you will have many kinds of trouble. But this gives you a reason to be very happy.

Matthew 5:4

Great blessings belong to those who are sad now. God will comfort them.

2 Corinthians 6:10

We have much sadness, but we are always rejoicing. We are poor, but we are making many people rich in faith. We have nothing, but really we have everything.

Mark 16:10

After Mary saw Jesus, she went and told his followers. They were very sad and were crying.

Jeremiah 31:25

I will give rest and strength to those who are weak and tired.”

Jude 1:24

God is strong and can keep you from falling. He can bring you before his glory without any wrong in you and give you great joy.

Luke 24:21

We were hoping that he would be the one to free Israel. But then all this happened. “And now something else: It has been three days since he was killed,

Psalm 30:11

You have changed my sorrow into dancing. You have taken away my sackcloth and clothed me with joy.

Psalm 30:5

His anger lasts for a little while, but then his kindness brings life. The night may be filled with tears, but in the morning we can sing for joy!

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit that the Spirit produces in a person’s life is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Romans 5:11

And not only will we be saved, but we also rejoice right now in what God has done for us through our Lord Jesus Christ. It is because of Jesus that we are now God’s friends.

Luke 24:17

He asked them, “What’s this I hear you discussing with each other as you walk?” The two men stopped, their faces looking very sad.

Luke 23:27

A large crowd followed Jesus. Some of the women were sad and crying. They felt sorry for him.

Isaiah 61:3

those in Zion who mourn. I will take away the ashes on their head, and I will give them a crown. I will take away their sadness, and I will give them the oil of happiness. I will take away their sorrow, and I will give them celebration clothes. He sent me to name them ‘Good Trees’ and ‘The Lord’s Wonderful Plant.’

Revelation 18:7

She gave herself much glory and rich living. Give her that much suffering and sadness. She says to herself, ‘I am a queen sitting on my throne. I am not a widow; I will never be sad.’

Revelation 11:10

Everyone on the earth will be happy because these two are dead. They will have parties and send each other gifts. They will do this because these two prophets brought much suffering to the people living on earth.

Acts 5:41

The apostles left the council meeting. They were happy because they were given the honor of suffering dishonor for Jesus.

John 16:33

“I have told you these things so that you can have peace in me. In this world you will have troubles. But be brave! I have defeated the world!”

John 16:6

But you are filled with sadness because I have told you all this.

Luke 22:62

Then Peter went outside and cried bitterly.

Luke 22:45

When he finished praying, he went to his followers. He found them asleep, worn out from their grieving.

Luke 6:21

Great blessings belong to you who are hungry now. You will be filled. Great blessings belong to you who are crying now. You will be happy and laughing.

Mark 14:72

As soon as Peter said this, the rooster crowed the second time. Then he remembered what Jesus had told him: “Before the rooster crows twice, you will say three times that you don’t know me.” Then Peter began to cry.

Isaiah 66:5

You who obey the Lord’s commands, listen to what he says: “Your brothers hated you. They turned against you because you followed me. Your brothers said, ‘When the Lord shows his glory, then we will rejoice with you.’ But they will be punished.”

Isaiah 12:1

At that time you will say, “I praise you, Lord! You have been angry with me, but don’t be angry with me now. Show your love to me.

Psalm 97:11

Light and happiness shine on those who want to do right.

1 Thessalonians 1:6

And you became like us and like the Lord. You suffered much, but still you accepted the teaching with joy. The Holy Spirit gave you that joy.

John 20:20

As soon as he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. When the followers saw the Lord, they were very happy.

Matthew 21:38

“But when the farmers saw the son, they said to each other, ‘This is the owner’s son. This vineyard will be his. If we kill him, it will be ours.’