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John 15:11 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for John 15:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 15 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.”
John 15:11 (KJV)
Commentary on John 15:11
Jesus reveals His purpose in teaching these things: 'These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you' (tauta lelaleka hymin hina he chara he eme en hymin me). Christ's own joy (he chara he eme) is to remain (meno) in believers. This joy is not circumstantial happiness but the deep satisfaction that exists in the Father-Son relationship. Jesus desires to share His own joy with disciples. The second purpose: 'and that your joy might be full' (kai he chara hymon plerothe). The verb pleroo means to fill completely, to fulfill. Christian joy is not manufactured emotion but part...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 15:11
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“and I say these things in the world”
“that you may abound in hope”
“you have asked nothing in my name. Ask”
“that our joy may be fulfilled.”
“though now you don't see him”
“that in me you may have peace. In the world you have oppression; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.,These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.,,,,,,,,”
“I don't want to do so with paper and ink”
“but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.”
“for this”
“Rejoice evermore.”