We, as humans, generally assume that we should feel encouraged, be well or live happy lives. This assumption may stem from our infancy because infants who are wet, hungry or in pain often express their discomfort by crying. Moreover, in 2007 CNN reported that a 2005 survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that the Antidepressant class of drugs was the most prescribed drugs in the U.S. We have coined terms like “comfort food” and “veg. time” to communicate our need to feel better. In light of this, a question comes to mind: Why should we be encouraged? In other words, who told us that we were supposed to feel good? Let’s not stop there…..why should we feel discouraged? Are there reasons which precipitate our emotional disposition? There are and Jesus addresses a major reason in John 16:25-33. Enjoy the study.