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In moments of anxiety and unknown challenges, read John 16. Join your reading companion Dandelion to experience Jesus' gentle promise of peace. In His life, light, and love, find hope and a victorious heart that overcomes the world.
Dear brothers, sisters, and friends, peace be with you in the Lord!
I am Dandelion, your Bible reading companion. I am so glad to gather with you once again today, finding rest and strength together in God’s Word.
As we reach the later part of April, the fast pace of daily life can sometimes bring moments of quiet anxiety—perhaps a lingering concern about an upcoming uncertainty, a sudden disruption to our routine, or a subtle fear weighing on our hearts. In times like these, how deeply we long for an unshakeable anchor that holds us steady.
Today, we will read John 16, which records a precious promise of peace left by Jesus to His disciples on the eve of His departure.
At that moment, the disciples were facing immense confusion and fear about being separated from their Lord. Their path ahead seemed shadowed and uncertain. Yet Jesus did not gloss over their worry; instead, He revealed a profound spiritual truth: while there will be tribulations in this world, there is an enduring, unshakeable peace found in Him. He not only promised the Holy Spirit to abide with us forever, but also declared with divine authority: "I have overcome the world."
As you read John 16 today, I invite you to keep these two perspectives in mind:
From Sorrow to Unlosable Joy: Notice in verses 20–22 how Jesus uses the imagery of a woman in labor to explain how our current pain and temporary grief will ultimately turn into a joy that no one can take away.
A Peace That Overcomes: Verse 33 serves as the crown of this chapter. Jesus reminds us that the source of true peace is not "favorable circumstances," but our unbroken union in Him.
With a quiet and receptive heart, let us step into His Word and receive His love and promises.
📖 Light Context: Comfort & Promises on the Eve of Departure
📖 Light Context: Comfort & Promises on the Eve of Departure
John 16 forms part of Jesus' Farewell Discourse during the Last Supper. Only a few hours remained before His arrest and crucifixion.
The disciples were filled with deep sorrow and worry. Expecting an earthly kingdom, they were distressed to hear Jesus speak repeatedly of His leaving. They felt vulnerable and fearful of the coming storm.
Knowing the fragility and heartache of His followers, Jesus offered them these deeply comforting words:
The Presence of the Holy Spirit: Jesus promised to send the Advocate (the Holy Spirit). The Spirit is not only the guide of truth, but a constant Comforter who abides within us to strengthen our inner being. We are never left as orphans.
The Ultimate Victory: In verse 33, Jesus states: "In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." This was not an empty encouragement, but a guarantee rooted in the victorious work He was about to accomplish on the cross.
This context reassures us: while we may encounter tribulations and worry in this world, our peace does not depend on external circumstances, but rests securely on the finished victory of Christ.
📜 Today’s Scripture: John 16
📜 Today’s Scripture: John 16
16 These things have I spoken unto you, that ye should not be offended.
2 They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service.
3 And these things will they do unto you, because they have not known the Father, nor me.
4 But these things have I told you, that when the time shall come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And these things I said not unto you at the beginning, because I was with you.
5 But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou?
6 But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.
7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.
8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:
9 Of sin, because they believe not on me;
10 Of righteousness, because I go to my Father, and ye see me no more;
11 Of judgment, because the prince of this world is judged.
12 I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.
13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.
14 He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall shew it unto you.
15 All things that the Father hath are mine: therefore said I, that he shall take of mine, and shall shew it unto you.
16 A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me, because I go to the Father.
17 Then said some of his disciples among themselves, What is this that he saith unto us, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me: and, Because I go to the Father?
18 They said therefore, What is this that he saith, A little while? we cannot tell what he saith.
19 Now Jesus knew that they were desirous to ask him, and said unto them, Do ye enquire among yourselves of that I said, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me?
20 Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy.
21 A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world.
22 And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.
23 And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you.
24 Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
25 These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father.
26 At that day ye shall ask in my name: and I say not unto you, that I will pray the Father for you:
27 For the Father himself loveth you, because ye have loved me, and have believed that I came out from God.
28 I came forth from the Father, and am come into the world: again, I leave the world, and go to the Father.
29 His disciples said unto him, Lo, now speakest thou plainly, and speakest no proverb.
30 Now are we sure that thou knowest all things, and needest not that any man should ask thee: by this we believe that thou camest forth from God.
31 Jesus answered them, Do ye now believe?
32 Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.
33 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.
💡Today’s Key Verse
💡Today’s Key Verse
“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 (KJV)
Today’s Reflection: Light & Response
Today’s Reflection: Light & Response
1. Light 💡
What touches our hearts most in John 16 is Jesus' tender compassion for our human weakness, alongside His divine assurance that settles our restless minds.
Peace is Found "In Him," Not "In Circumstances": Jesus honestly told us that tribulations exist in this world. But He immediately provided the refuge—"that in me ye might have peace." True peace is not the absence of storms, but remaining securely anchored in the Lord who calms the storm.
Be of Good Cheer in His Victory: The phrase "be of good cheer" is brimming with gentle confidence. The ultimate victory has already been decided; Christ has overcome every darkness, anxiety, and despair of this world. When facing pressure, we are not striving for victory, but resting in His victory.
2. Stillness & Reflection 💭
Today, let God's Word gently prompt your heart:
Is there an unknown pressure or uncertain situation in my life right now that is causing me to feel anxious or fearful?
Am I willing to shift my gaze away from my troubling circumstances and fix my eyes on Jesus' promise: "I have overcome the world"?
3. Gentle Practice 🍃
A Breath of Surrender: Whenever anxiety rises today, pause and take a slow, deep breath. Quietly pray: "Lord, in the world I may have trouble, but in You I have peace. I receive Your peace into my heart right now."
Carrying a Promise: Keep verse 33 in mind ("...In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world"). Repeat this verse silently whenever you feel unsettled today, letting Christ's victory be your anchor.
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🎵 Response Song :
🙏 Closing Prayer
🙏 Closing Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for comforting my heart so deeply through John 16 today. Thank You that You never require me to pretend to be strong, and for reminding me that true peace can only be found in You.
Lord, when life's storms and unknown anxieties press upon me, help me hear Your gentle voice saying: "Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." May Your Holy Spirit remind me daily to abide in You, finding unshakeable rest in Your abundant life and love.
May Your peace guard my heart and mind throughout this day.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
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