John 15:11
These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
Cross-references
In John 15:9, Jesus speaks of abiding in his love — the foundation for the joy that is made full in the very next verse.
In John 16:24, Jesus again promises fullness of joy through answered prayer, directly echoing this verse.
In John 17:13, Jesus prays that his disciples may have his joy fulfilled in them, the same concept here.
John 16:1 reveals that Jesus' words also aim to prevent stumbling, complementing the joy purpose in 15:11.
In 1 Peter 1:8, believers are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy through faith — the very fullness of joy Jesus speaks of.
In 1 John 1:4, the same phrase 'that your joy may be full' appears, showing this is a key Johannine theme.
In 2 John 1:12, John uses the same phrase 'joy may be complete', echoing Jesus' promise of full joy in shared fellowship.
In Romans 15:13, Paul prays for believers to be filled with all joy — a parallel to Christ's promise of full joy.
In 2 Corinthians 1:24, Paul works together with believers for their joy, echoing the goal of joyful disciples.
In Philippians 1:25, Paul remains for the progress and joy of faith, mirroring the joy Jesus wants his disciples to have.