A promise of joy again

And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you. (John 16:22) *1/ Godly sorrow. 2/ A visit from the Lord again. 3/ The effect that man cannot take away.* **Sermon Summary:** This sermon explores the transition from godly sorrow to unshakeable joy as described in John 16:22, emphasizing that true spiritual sorrow is directed toward God and arises from a conviction of sin. The preacher distinguishes this from natural grief by illustrating biblical examples of both, highlighting that godly sorrow leads to repentance and a deeper awareness of Christ's substitutionary sacrifice. Central to the message is the promise that the Lord will 'see' His people again, signifying His active intervention to remove sin and restore fellowship, much like the joy following childbirth. The discourse concludes by affirming that the joy resulting from this divine visit is secure and cannot be taken away, offering assurance to believers that their salvation is grounded in the eternal covenant and the finished work of Christ.