06/02/2026
“Grief May Visit, But It Does Not Get the Final Word”
📖 “You will grieve, but your grief will suddenly turn to wonderful joy.” – John 16:20 NLT
☀️ Jesus never hid the reality of grief from His followers. He spoke honestly about sorrow, loss, and heartbreak because He knew they would face all of it. There are seasons where grief feels endless, where joy feels distant, and where the weight of disappointment presses hard against your heart. In those moments, it’s easy to believe that pain will always speak the loudest.
But Jesus gives a promise that changes everything, grief is temporary, not eternal. Sorrow may stay for a season, but it does not get the final word over your life. God specializes in transformation. He takes what feels unbearable and slowly turns it into testimony, healing, and renewed joy. The same heart that breaks can also be restored. The same eyes that cry can also see beauty again.
🙏 Lord, help me trust You in seasons of grief. Remind me that sorrow is not permanent and that Your joy will rise again in my life.
Pain may speak loudly, but God speaks last,
Pastor Allen 🕊️