the specific joy which belongs to the servant of God engaged in the work of his calling. Of this joy of ministering, the delight and satisfaction that accompany the successful discharge of the apostolic task, the NT makes frequent mention. The Pauline Epistles are full of it. The Apostle runs his course with joy (Acts 20:24 [some textual authorities here omit “with joy”]); rejoices exceedingly over the obedience of believers (Rom. 16:19); though sorrowful, yet is always rejoicing in his work (2 Cor.