So when they had eaten their breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I have affection for you." He said to him, "Feed my lambs."

who, when he had come, and had seen the grace of God, was glad. He exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they should remain near to the Lord.

confirming the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that through many afflictions we must enter into the Kingdom of God.

For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you;

For I will not dare to speak of any things except those which Christ worked through me, for the obedience of the Gentiles, by word and deed,

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

He gave some to be apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, shepherds and teachers;

Joy

God has spoken from his sanctuary: "I will triumph. I will divide Shechem, and measure out the valley of Succoth.

through whom we also have our access by faith into this grace in which we stand. We rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, in the power of the Holy Spirit.

whom not having seen you love; in whom, though now you do not see him, yet believing, you rejoice greatly with joy inexpressible and full of glory?

General references

You have not left your brothers these many days to this day, but have performed the duty of the commandment of the LORD your God.

Yet, to remain in the flesh is more needful for your sake.

But I trust in the Lord that I myself also will come shortly.