You'll have trouble, but Jesus has won the fight - John 16:33
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
- John 16:33, NIV
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Meaning
Jesus told the disciples that he, and they, would suffer. And, even though the disciples would experience mourning and pain after Jesus’ death, the Holy Spirit would come to comfort them. Ultimately, the disciples’ peace would be in Christ; a peace that is eternal.
We all have trouble in this life, Christian or not. But we are to be courageous and encouraged no matter what we face because our hope is in Jesus who has overcome. And we can face anything; we too have overcome because of Him.
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The Message version says this verse this way:
“I’ve told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I’ve conquered the world.” (John 16:33, MSG).
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