19 April, 2025
“Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.” – John 16:20
Lord Jesus, I come before You in humility, acknowledging the seasons of grief and sorrow that often weigh heavily on my heart. You spoke words of deep truth to Your disciples, reminding them—and me—that sorrow is not the end of the story. In times when I feel lost in mourning while the world around me seems unaware or even joyful, help me trust that You see my pain and are near to the brokenhearted. Let me find peace in knowing that You, too, walked through sorrow and understand my tears.
Father, I hold on to Your promise that my grief will one day turn to joy. Even in the waiting, strengthen my faith to believe in that divine exchange. Teach me to see beyond the temporary and focus on the eternal work You are doing in my life. Just as the disciples’ sorrow was turned to joy through the resurrection, remind me that every dark valley I walk through can lead to new life through Your power and presence.
Holy Spirit, comfort me in my sadness and teach me to cling to the hope found in Christ. Fill my heart with the quiet assurance that joy is coming—maybe not immediately, but certainly, because Your promises never fail. Help me to live each day with trust in Your timing and joy that rises from deep within, knowing that even in pain, You are working all things together for my good and I pray for the grace to endure according to the Will of God, in Jesus’ Name. Amen
