Matthew 18:13
When he finds it, I tell you he will be filled with more joy than he would have if he had stayed with the ninety-nine.
Psalm 147:11
Jehovah is pleased with those who fear him, with those who wait with hope for his mercy.
Isaiah 53:11
After his suffering he will see the light and be satisfied. By his knowledge my righteous servant will justify many. He will bear their iniquities.
Isaiah 62:5
Your sons will marry you like a young man marries a woman. Your God will rejoice over the same way a bridegroom rejoices over his bride.
Jeremiah 32:37-41
I am going to gather the people from all the lands where I scattered them in my anger, fury, and terrifying wrath. I will bring them back to this place and make them live here securely.
Micah 7:18
Who is a God like you who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? You do not keep your anger forever, because you delight in loving-kindness (unchanging love).
Zephaniah 3:17
Jehovah your God is with you! He is a mighty one. He will exult over you with joy. He will refresh you with his love. He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy.
Luke 15:5-10
When you find it you are happy. You carry it on your shoulders.
Luke 15:23-24
Get the prize calf and kill it. Let us celebrate with a feast!
John 4:34-36
Jesus said: My food is to do the will of him that sent me. To finish his work!
James 2:13
For judgment is without mercy to him who shows no mercy. And mercy triumphs over judgment.