Joy of Christian Fellowship

Being alone robs us of joy. One of the sources of Paul's joy, even though in prison, was remembering and communicating with others. We see this in the first seven verses.
Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy,  because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel.  Philippians 1:1-7
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We also see this throughout the letter. Please take time to read the whole letter.  As you do so, think about the "others" in Paul's life.
What joy did they bring? 
Why did they bring him joy?
How did he bring joy to others? 
How can you apply what you observe to your life and relationships?