Philippians 2:28

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

I am the more eager to send him, therefore, that you may rejoice at seeing him again, and that I may be less anxious.

Cross References

Genesis 48:11

And Israel said to Joseph, “I had not thought to see your face; and lo, God has let me see your children also.”

John 16:22

So you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.

Acts 20:38

sorrowing most of all because of the word he had spoken, that they should see his face no more. And they brought him to the ship.

2 Corinthians 2:3

And I wrote as I did, so that when I came I might not suffer pain from those who should have made me rejoice, for I felt sure of all of you, that my joy would be the joy of you all.

Philippians 2:29

So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men,

2 Timothy 1:4

As I remember your tears, I long night and day to see you, that I may be filled with joy.