"Joy"

November 20, 2013

“Joy”

Blessings folk!

Today’s reading:

John 16:16-22

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I can see how the disciples might be confused.
“In a little while, and you will see Me no longer…”
“And again a little while, and you will see Me.”

Jesus’ words were entirely accurate.

Jesus gave them understanding as to their immediate future.

Soon to come would be weeping and lamenting.
While the world rejoiced.

But their grief would be turned to joy.

Jesus gives an example.
Childbirth.
The pain brings great joy.

Grief for now, but He would see them soon.

The same for us.
Grief in this world, but joy soon at His coming.

Still, we have joy now in the awaiting.
We have joy in the expectation and anticipation of the Kingdom now and the Kingdom to come.

“...they can’t take that away from me…”