What does the Bible say?

Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,

But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.

We write these things so that our joy may be complete.

I was overjoyed to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father has commanded us.

I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with paper and ink. Instead, I hope to come and speak with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.

Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers.

For I was overjoyed when the brothers came and testified about your devotion to the truth, in which you continue to walk.

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy—