Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Acts 8:8 in English Standard Version "So there was much joy in that city." Joh 16:22 So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you. Ac 8:39 And when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord carried Philip away, and the eunuch saw him no more, and went on his way rejoicing.