In John 16:16-33 we see that because Jesus turns sorrow into joy, brings us near to the Father, and has overcome the world we can step into the future with hope.

In this week’s sermon extra, Pastors Nick and Michael discuss The Gospel of John 15:2 and whether the things removed from our lives are always the work of the Lord, the result of living in a fallen world, or sometimes both. They also explore the idea of “liberating constraints” — how God can use limits, loss, and pruning to shape us into healthier and more fruitful people.