The joy of Christ's absence

"If you loved me, you would rejoice because I said, 'I am going to the Father,' for My Father is greater than I" (Jn 14:28). What a strange thought...the joy of Christ's absence! What is it about love that changes our view? Why should we have deep delight at the prospect of Christ's absence? What is it about his return to the Father's side in mediatorial glory that gives us so much joy? Why is it best for him and best for us? May God by his Spirit train our hearts in love so that we rejoice at where Christ now is.