Sorrow Will Become Joy

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Complementary Reading: Matthew 24:3-14

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Sermon Notes:

• The Necessary Sorrow of Jesus’ Crucifixion Would Become Joy At His Resurrection (verses 16-22)
  • Jesus told His disciples what they would experience in the days ahead
  • The sorrow of the cross is necessary for the joy of the resurrection
• For Disciples Today, the Sorrows from This World Will Become Joy When Jesus Returns
  • The time between Christ’s ascension and His return will be marked by sorrow for Christ’s followers
  • However, there will be infinite joy when Jesus returns
• Stay Faithful, Share the Gospel, and Pray! (verses 23-24)