Jesus is comforting his disciples. Not only his disciples but us modern day believers too. 🔊
In this world we will have trouble, we will face challenges. As believers we are not exempt from trouble, we will go through storms, but in the midst, of our trouble, God gives us peace, and comfort, to face our challenges.
I had my grandfather pass away this past week, I am sad, we will miss him. God is closest to me, when I am heartbroken, and seeking for comfort.
A special gift of Peace, that is comforting and reassuring. Peace that is NOT of this world.
The world gives us temporary peace, but God removes all worries and doubts, and replaces our hearts, and minds, with peace, and comfort that is beyond our natural comprehension and understanding.
A Powerful Verse to Consume!
Verse 1 starts out with comforting words that give us courage to hold on.
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God ; believe also in me. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
John 14:1, 27 NIV
The peace that I give is NOT like the peace of this world. This peace gives life, and life more abundantly.
then he reiterates in verse 27 again!