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The concept of glory in the Bible is multifaceted, encompassing the majesty, honor, and divine presence of God. For the saints, the redeemed believers in Christ, glory is not only an attribute of God to be revered but also a source of profound joy and fulfillment. This joy is rooted in the hope and assurance of sharing in God's glory, both in the present life and in eternity.

Biblical Foundation

The joy of the saints in the glory of God is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. In the Old Testament, the glory of God is often associated with His presence and power. For instance, the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle (Exodus 40:34) and later the temple (1 Kings 8:11), signifying His dwelling among His people. This divine presence was a source of joy and reverence for Israel.

In the New Testament, the glory of God is revealed most fully in the person of Jesus Christ. The Apostle John writes, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth" (John 1:14). The incarnation of Christ is the ultimate manifestation of God's glory, bringing salvation and joy to all who believe.

Joy in Present Suffering

The Apostle Paul speaks extensively about the relationship between suffering and glory. In Romans 8:18, he writes, "I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us" . This perspective provides believers with a profound sense of joy, knowing that their current trials are temporary and will culminate in eternal glory.

Paul further elaborates in 2 Corinthians 4:17, "For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal glory that is far beyond comparison" . The joy of the saints is thus anchored in the hope of future glory, which far outweighs any earthly suffering.

Eternal Glory and Joy

The ultimate joy of the saints is found in the promise of eternal glory with God. In Colossians 3:4, Paul declares, "When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory" . This assurance of sharing in Christ's glory is a source of immense joy and anticipation for believers.

The book of Revelation provides a vivid depiction of the eternal joy and glory awaiting the saints. Revelation 21:23 describes the New Jerusalem, stating, "The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp" . In this eternal state, the saints will experience the fullness of joy in the presence of God's glory, free from pain, sorrow, and death.

Present Experience of Glory

While the fullness of glory is a future promise, believers are called to experience and reflect God's glory in their present lives. In 2 Corinthians 3:18, Paul writes, "And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit" . This transformation brings joy as believers grow in Christlikeness and reflect His glory to the world.

The joy of the saints in the glory of God is both a present reality and a future hope. It is a joy that transcends circumstances, rooted in the assurance of sharing in God's eternal glory through Jesus Christ.

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1 Peter 1:8
Whom having not seen, you love; in whom, though now you see him not, yet believing, you rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory:
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The Joy of the Lord.
... there is greater joy in the future for Him, the Man in Glory. ... A shout of triumph
and joy it will be, which will open the graves of the Saints, which will ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gaebelein/the lord of glory/the joy of the lord.htm

Joy
... and feeling of those joys which are infinitely ravishing and full of glory! ... after
them, consider, that Christ died to purchase this joy for his saints. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/8 joy.htm

On the Feast of Martyrs
... of it thou wouldest be ready to lose eternal glory and joy. ... are not to be compared
with the joy of eternal ... thee, as thine example, all the dear Saints who have ...
//christianbookshelf.org/tauler/the inner way/sermon xxx on the feast.htm

Christ's Millennial and Heavenly Glory in Company with his Saints.
... that His servants should have their joy in the ... is completed the resurrection of the
saints, who rise ... of kingdom, so that, while the earthly glory was announced ...
/.../the five books against marcion/chapter xxv christs millennial and heavenly.htm

Joy Born at Bethlehem
... been another prophet of tears, or another son of thunder, but he was not so: he
came in gentleness, his glory and his ... Join in the joy, ye saints, for he is ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/joy born at bethlehem.htm

On the Fall of Man
... This could have had no being. The highest glory and joy of saints on earth,
and saints in heaven, Christ crucified, had been wanting. ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 57 on the fall.htm

The Introduction to the Work, with Some Account of the Nature of ...
... It seems the saints' joy shall be greater than the damned's torment ... his angels; but
our joy is the joy of our ... The same glory which the Father gave the Son, the ...
/.../baxter/the saints everlasting rest/chapter i the introduction to.htm

The Death of the Righteous
... If the saints could have the least suspicion or fear of losing their glory, it would
much cool and imbitter their joy; but their crown fadeth not away. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/1 the death of the.htm

A Believer's Privilege at Death
... God, and being beloved of God will cause a jubilation of spirit, and create such
holy raptures of joy in the saints, that are unspeakable and full of glory. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/2 a believers privilege at.htm

The Kingly Priesthood of the Saints
... robes of whiteness; they shall have harps of glory; they shall ... The saints get but
little wine here. ... They shall have joy enough up yonder, when they shall drink ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the kingly priesthood of the.htm