Share experiences in your life when you were overwhelmed with joy—followed by times of pain. If you could, would you go back in time to warn yourself of the hard times to come?

Is there a time that God has shown his presence through your celebrations? Through your mourning?

Why do you think Jesus values emotional honesty? Are there any examples in the Bible or in your life?

What emotions did Jesus emphasize most in His life? Which emotions are most prevalent in your life?