1 Peter 1:6
Exult in this, though now for a brief moment, if need be, you have suffered many hardships.
James 1:2
My brothers, when you are beset by various temptations, count it all joy,
Romans 5:2
Through him also we have had our access into this grace in which we have taken our stand, and are exulting in hope of the glory of God.
1 Peter 5:10
But the God of all grace, who has called us by Christ Jesus to share his eternal glory, will, after you have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
Matthew 5:12
"Rejoice and exult in it, because your reward was great in the heavens; for so did they persecute the prophets before you.
Matthew 11:28
"Come unto me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Luke 10:20
"Nevertheless, do not rejoice at this, that the spirits are subject to you; but rejoice that your names are written in Heaven."
John 16:22
So you also have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy shall no man snatch away from you.
John 16:33
I have said all this to you that in me you might have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be courageous; I have overcome the world."
Acts 14:22
Everywhere they strengthened the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to hold to the faith. "It is through many tribulations," they said, "that we must enter into the kingdom of God."
Romans 5:11
And not only that, but we exult in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now obtained our reconciliation.
Romans 12:12
Rejoice in hope; be patient under affliction; continue stedfast in prayer.
1 Corinthians 4:9-13
But it seems to me that God has exhibited us apostles, last of all, like men doomed to death; for we are made a spectacle to the whole world, both to men and to angels.
1 Peter 4:12-13
Do not think it strange, beloved, that a fiery ordeal has come to test you, as though some surprising thing had befallen you.
Matthew 26:37
And he took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee with him, and began to be in anguish and sore distress,
Luke 1:47
"My spirit exults in the God, who is my Saviour,
Luke 2:10
"Have no fear, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be for all the people.
Romans 9:2
and incessant anguish in my heart.
2 Corinthians 4:7-11
But I hold this treasure in an earthen vessel, in order that the surpassing greatness of the power may be from God, and not from myself.
2 Corinthians 4:17
For my light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working out for me a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory,
2 Corinthians 6:10
as grieved, but always glad; as poor, but making many rich; as having nothing, yet possessing everything.
2 Corinthians 11:23-27
Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as though I were beside myself), such, far, more, am I; in labors more abundant, in imprisonments also more abundant, in floggings beyond measure, in deaths often.
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
but he has answered me. "My grace is sufficient for you; it is in weakness that my power is perfected."
Galatians 5:22
But the harvest-fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, fidelity, gentleness, and self-control;
Philippians 2:26
for he has been homesick for you all, and distressed at your having heard of his illness.
Philippians 3:3
For we are the true circumcision, who worship God in the spirit, and make our boast in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in outward rites,
Philippians 4:4
Rejoice in the Lord alway, and again will I say, rejoice!
1 Thessalonians 1:6
Moreover, you began to follow the pattern I set you, and the Lord's also, receiving the word with joy in the Holy Spirit, although amid severe persecution.
Hebrews 11:35-38
Woman received their dear ones alive from the dead; and others were broken on the wheel, not accepting the offered deliverance, in order that they might obtain a better resurrection.
Hebrews 12:7-11
It is for discipline that you are enduring these sufferings. God is dealing with you as sons. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline?
James 1:9
Let a brother in humble circumstances glory in his exaltation;
James 4:9
Lament and mourn, and weep aloud! Let your laughter be turned into mourning, And your joy into gloom!
1 Peter 1:7-8
These are in order that the test of your faith, more precious than gold that is perishable and yet is tested by fire, may redound to praise and glory and honor, at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 4:7
But the end of all things is close at hand; so be sober, watch and pray.