3-28-07 John 16:33

John 16:33 (KJ21)
These things I have spoken unto you, that in Me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation; but be of good cheer: I have overcome the world.

John 16:33 (NAS)
These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.

John 16:33 (NIVUS)
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 (NLT)
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.

When you read the words of Jesus, you realize that each word He spoke was deliberate and with purpose. He never said anything silly or just off the top of His head; He always spoke His mind, which was the mind of His Father God. You can trust that His words, for they are direct promises to you. You should hold fast to everything that Yeshua the Messiah speaks to you. Keep them as the most precious possessions that you own. Cling and adhere to them.

One of the most important promises that Jesus your Lord has given you is peace, harmony, and concord. He has given you security, safety, and prosperity. He wants you to be happy. You can live tranquilly, for you are assured of your eternal salvation that Jesus bought for you with His very own blood. You now do not have to fear God and can be content with your lot in life.

In the world you may have tribulation, affliction and distress. Pressure could be coming to you from every side; however, you should continue to be of good courage and cheer, for you can have confidence in the Lord your God. He has conquered and gained you the victory in everything. The world has no hold on you. Jesus has won your case and maintained your cause. The Prince of Peace has bestowed His peace on you.