Joy

You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn to joy.
Jn.16:20

Jesus is giving a glimpse into end times. For a time, a short time, he will be physically absent from earth. But... he will return and our joy will return with him, never to depart. 

Jesus never promised the absence of pain, suffering and sorrow on earth. But he has promised he will return and sorrow will depart to be replaced with everlasting joy. Joy will have the final say and it's the final say that counts.

Thank you Jesus for your promise to return. This promise gives me joy today. 
Saint Paul, please pray for me.