“Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.” — John 16:20 NIV

Don’t be too quick to judge an outcome based on the immediate reaction of others. Things change. People adjust to their circumstances. Many are the successful people in our day who were once hindered by yesterday’s haters. They rose above the criticism because they refused to forfeit their dream or abandon their convictions.

Sadly, life offers plenty of opportunities to get off our road to happiness and fulfillment. The secret is to remain steadfast at the plan that’s moving you toward your future rewards. We may weep and grieve now, while the world rejoices, but there will be an eternity of joy where grief is no more.