The sermon centers on Psalm 126:5, teaching that God transforms seasons of sorrow into joy, turning tears into testimonies. Using the image of a yellow chair under different lights, Pastor Coatney explains how difficult environments—news, comparison, disappointment, guilt, and burnout—can distort our perception of the joy God designed us to have. Drawing on Israel’s return from Babylonian exile, he shows how joy is reclaimed by remembering God’s past faithfulness and recognizing that joy is rooted in who God is, not in circumstances. Ultimately, Pastor Coatney teaches us to stop merely enduring life and instead reclaim joy by trusting God, remembering His works, and walking together in community.