Proverbs 23:15

The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him. Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.

I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father.

For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.

And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee.

A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.

My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.

Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.

My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;

Yea, I will rejoice over them to do them good, and I will plant them in this land assuredly with my whole heart and with my whole soul. assuredly: Heb. in truth, or, stability

For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? rejoicing: or, glorying? For ye are our glory and joy.

Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No. Children: or, Sirs