Grief Turns to Joy

True joy isn't dependent on our circumstances, but on our hope in Jesus. This message takes us through John 16, where Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure. We see how grief can transform into joy through the lens of Christ's resurrection. Just as a mother's pain turns to joy at the birth of her child, our sorrows can lead to a deeper, more profound joy in Christ. This joy isn't always loud or obvious; sometimes it's a quiet contentment rooted in the knowledge that God is good, even when life isn't. We're challenged to anchor ourselves to this living hope, allowing it to collide with our pain and suffering, ultimately proving the genuineness of our faith. This message encourages us to find joy hidden within our grief, not by ignoring our hurt, but by clinging to hope as we journey through suffering.