Isaiah 43:1–2 (NRSV) — 1b ... Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. 2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers,

they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,

and the flame shall not consume you.

 

Romans 12:15 (NRSV) — 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.

Romans 12:15 (The Message) — 15 Laugh with your happy friends when they’re happy;

share tears when they’re down.

 

When you know your story you experience these things with others in honesty and integrity.