We understand and acknowledge that the Resurrection has placed a glorious crown upon all of Christ's sufferings! the Resurrection has placed a glorious crown upon all of Christ's sufferings!
The cross is the lightning rod of grace that short-circuits God's wrath to Christ so that only the light of His love remains for believers.
Outside the will of God, There's nothing I want. Inside the will of God there's nothing I fear.
To pray without expectation is to misunderstand the whole concept of prayer and relationship with God.