The Nature and Sources of Christian Joy
R. Cecil, M. A. John 15:11 These things have I spoken to you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. This Divine joy is planted in the soul by the Holy Spirit. It is therefore an inward and spiritual joy; it is deep-rooted in the heart; it is solid and well founded; it is abiding and lasting; it is a satisfying joy, and purifying in its effects. It is a joy that flourishes most in adversity. It is a communicative joy. A man has not tasted what religion is if he does not seek to impart this joy to others. It is the joy of communion with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a humble joy; but it causes a man "to triumph in Christ." (R. Cecil, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. WEB: I have spoken these things to you, that my joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be made full.