Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine.
Even mine
General references
Bible References
If
1 Thessalonians 2:19
For what is [the basis of] our hope, or joy, or crown of honor in the presence of the Lord Jesus when He comes back? [Note: By "crown" Paul alludes to the laurel wreath awarded to the victor in an athletic contest]. Will it not be you people?
1 Thessalonians 3:8
for now we [really] live, if you [continue to] stand firm in [the service of] the Lord [i.e., Paul could enjoy life much more in knowing that the Thessalonians were living for the Lord faithfully].
2 John 1:4
I was very happy when I learned that some of your children [i.e., members of the congregation] are living in [harmony with the] truth, just as we have been commanded to do by the Father.
3 John 1:3
For I was very happy when some of the brothers came and told me that you are being [faithful] to the truth [i.e., the word of God], and that you are living according to it, [as well].
Even mine
Luke 15:23
And bring the fattened calf, kill it and let us eat and enjoy ourselves.
John 15:11
I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in your hearts, and that your joy may be complete.
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Luke 1:14
And you will have joy and happiness and many people will rejoice when he is born.