John 16:20
Most certainly I tell you that you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will be turned into joy.
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Cross references
- James 1:2 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations,
- Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
- Psalm 126:5–6 Those who sow in tears will reap in joy. He who goes out weeping, carrying seed for sowing, will certainly come again with joy, carrying his sheaves.