Matthew 9:13
But go and learn what this means: I desire mercy, and not sacrifice. For I came not to call righteous men, but sinners to repentance.
Luke 15:17-18
But when he came to himself, he said, How many of my father's hired servants have bread enough and to spare, and I am perishing with hunger!
John 16:22-23
You, therefore, have sorrow now; but I shall see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one takes from you.
Acts 14:22
strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith, and saying, that through many afflictions we mast enter the kingdom of God.
James 5:13
Is any one among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any one cheerful? let him sing praise.