John: Sorrow to Joy

The time was drawing near. Jesus would soon breath His last breath as He hung on the cross. This news, though not yet fully understood, was weighting on the disciples. They did not understand what was happening and how this could fit into God’s plan. The moment was full of sorrow and confusion, yet Jesus tells them that their sorrow will turn to joy and that this joy will endure regardless of circumstances. Which makes us wonder how can the darkest, dire, and depressing circumstances turn to joy? What is this joy and what does this joy look like?