Pastor Ben preaches on the importance of joy found in the midst of sorrow as well as joy from prayer, specifically intercessory prayer, as taught by Apostle Paul in Philippians. The sermon covers Paul's prayers for the Philippian church, stressing the importance of praying for others to grow in love and discernment. He emphasizes praying with affection and confidence, building community through prayer, and understanding the broader impact of such prayers. Practical advice is given on how to pray for others, followed by prayers for specific individuals and a team going to Guatemala, underscoring the communal and expansive power of prayer in the Christian faith.