Philippians 2:28

New King James Version

Therefore I sent him the more eagerly, that when you see him again you may rejoice, and I may be less sorrowful.

Cross References

Genesis 48:11

And Israel said to Joseph, “I had not thought to see your face; but in fact, God has also shown me your offspring!”

John 16:22

Therefore you now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you.

Acts 20:38

sorrowing most of all for the words which he spoke, that they would see his face no more. And they accompanied him to the ship.

2 Corinthians 2:3

And I wrote this very thing to you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow over those from whom I ought to have joy, having confidence in you all that my joy is the joy of you all.

Philippians 2:29

Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness, and hold such men in esteem;

2 Timothy 1:4

greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy,