2 Timothy 1:4

Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.

Majority Standard Bible

In The King James Version

Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;

In Context

3I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers.

5I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well.

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Cross References

Psalms 126:5Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.

Jeremiah 31:13Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow.

John 16:24Until now you have not asked for anything in My name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete.

Acts 20:31Therefore be alert and remember that for three years I never stopped warning each of you night and day with tears.

Romans 1:11For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,

Philippians 1:8God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Jesus Christ.

Matthew Henry on 2 Timothy 1:2-6

Second Timothy This second epistle Paul wrote to Timothy from Rome, when he was a prisoner there and in danger of his life; this is evident from these words, I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand, ch. iv. 6 . It appears that his removal out of this world, in his own apprehension, was not far off, especially considering the rage and malice of his persecutors; and that he had been brought before the emperor Nero, which he calls his first answer, when no man stood with him, but all men… Read the whole commentary →

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