Romans 1:12
that is, that we may be mutually encouraged and comforted by each other’s faith, both yours and mine.
Acts 11:23
When he arrived and saw the grace of God [that was bestowed on them], he rejoiced and began to encourage them all with an unwavering heart to stay true and devoted to the Lord.
Romans 15:24
whenever I go [on my trip] to Spain—I hope to see you as I pass through [Rome], and to be helped on my journey there by you, after I have first enjoyed your company for a little while.
Romans 15:32
so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and find rest in your company.
2 Corinthians 2:1-3
But I made up my mind not to grieve you with another painful visit.
2 Corinthians 7:4-7
Great is my confidence in you; great is my pride and boasting on your behalf. I am filled [to the brim] with comfort; I am overflowing with joy in spite of all our trouble.
2 Corinthians 7:13
It is for this reason that we are comforted and encouraged.And in addition to our comfort, we were especially delighted at the joy of Titus, because you have refreshed his spirit.
Ephesians 4:5
one Lord, one faith, one baptism,
1 Thessalonians 2:17-20
But since we were taken away from you, believers, for a little while—in person, but not in heart—we endeavored, with great longing to see you face to face.
1 Thessalonians 3:7-10
for this reason, brothers and sisters, during all our distress and suffering we have been comforted and greatly encouraged about you because of your faith [your unwavering trust in God—placing yourselves completely in His loving hands];
2 Timothy 1:4
and as I recall your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.
Titus 1:4
To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace [inner calm and spiritual well-being] from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.
2 Peter 1:1
2 John 1:4
I was greatly delighted to find some of your children walking in truth, just as we have been commanded by the Father.
3 John 1:3-4
For I was greatly pleased when [some of the] brothers came [from time to time] and testified to your [faithfulness to the] truth [of the gospel message], that is, how you are walking in truth.
Jude 1:3
Beloved, while I was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, I was compelled to write to you [urgently] appealing that you