Philippians 2:28

The Passion Translation

So you can see why I’m delighted to send him to you now. I know that you’re anxious to see him and rejoice in his healing, and it encourages me to know how happy you’ll be to have him back.

Cross References

Genesis 48:11

Tearfully, Israel said to Joseph, “I never thought I’d see your face again, and now, God has let me see my grandchildren as well!”

John 16:22

“So will you also pass through a time of intense sorrow when I am taken from you, but you will see me again! And then your hearts will burst with joy, with no one being able to take it from you!

Acts 20:38

What broke their hearts the most were his words “You will not see my face again.” Then they tearfully accompanied Paul back to the ship.

2 Corinthians 2:3

And this was the very point I made in my letter, for I didn’t want to come and find sadness filling the very ones who should give me cheer. But I’m confident that you will do what’s right so that my joyous delight will be yours.

Philippians 2:29

So warmly welcome him home in the Lord, with joyous love, and esteem him highly, for people like him deserve it.

2 Timothy 1:4

I know that you have wept for me, your spiritual father, and your tears are dear to me. I can’t wait to see you again! I’m filled with joy