So I want very much to send him to you. When you see him, you can be happy. And I can stop worrying about you.
It is the same with you. Now you are sad, but I will see you again, and you will be happy. You will have a joy that no one can take away.
I remember that you cried for me. I want very much to see you so that I can be filled with joy.
I wrote you a letter so that when I came to you I would not be made sad by those who should make me happy. I felt sure that all of you would share my joy.
Then Israel said to Joseph, “I never thought I would see your face again. But look! God has let me see you and your children.”
Welcome him in the Lord with much joy. Give honor to people like Epaphroditus.