That. Or, “in order that,” showing the purpose of the present rejoicing. His glory. That is, the glory of His second coming (see on Matt. 25:31). Revealed. Gr. apokaluptō (see on 1 Cor. 1:7; 1 Peter 1:7). Exceeding joy. The ineffable joy of the first hour in eternity will quickly overshadow all the lonely, harassed hours of earth. The thrill and wonder of heaven will far exceed the farthest flights of the imagination. 14. Reproached. Gr. oneidizō, “to reproach,” “to revile,” “to heap insults upon,”
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