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John 16:33 - Genuine Peace Is Found In A Relationship With Jesus!

John 16:33 (NIV) 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.  

COMMENTARY PEARL

   I love to read - fiction, nonfiction, 
magazines - anything with words. My husband has caught 
me reading the shampoo bottle when thats all 
I have handy. But there are occasions I 
cant bear the level of suspense in a story, the 
stress of not knowing how things will turn out. My 
stomach muscles tighten. I cant concentrate, and 
I find myself reading the same passage over 
and over. Then, I sneak a peek at the books 
ending. It eases my anxiety.  
   Likewise, when experiencing real-life 
tense situations, I long to see the future, that 
things will be fine. Not only is my wish 
impossible, but it reveals a lack of faith. Challenges 
to my health and finances, like the conflicts 
found in the plot-line of a good novel, are a 
necessary part of life. Just as a books characters 
develop through their struggles, Jesus uses 
suffering to build character and produce hope (Romans 
5:3"4). Without opportunities to deepen my belief in 
Jesus, it would remain shallow.  
   Now, as I face battles common to 
everyone, Ive found peace in the knowledge that He 
has everything under control. Every day of my 
life was written in His book even before I was 
born (Psalm 139:16). He knew me at my beginning, 
and Hes walking beside me as I face the 
middle. I trust Hell carry me through to a happy 
ending. And that will be the start of an even better 
story - eternity. by Heidi Gaul  
   Faith Step: Next time you open a book, 
use the time to consider how your life would 
read as a novel. Is your character deepening as 
you face hurdles? Is Jesus the central figure in 
your story? [Mornings With Jesus 2020 Devotional 
by Guideposts and Zondervan] 

LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE

John 16:33: Genuine Peace is in a 
Relationship with Jesus!: 
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2020/20200323-0746.html 

YOUR COMMENTS

If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or 
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either 
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in 
hearing from you.  Thanks in advance and let's keep 
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred 
Gibbs  

LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT

Most Important Decision in Life: 
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0 

A Man without Equal by Bill Bright: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo 

Seeking God Made Real: 
http://vimeo.com/31489782 

Prayer Made Real: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE 

Importance of Choice: 
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]  

Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David 
DeRose, MD, MPH: 
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart 

LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES 

Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies: 
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/ 

Amazing Facts Bible Studies: 
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx  

Glow Tract Video Bible Studies: 
http://www.bibleresearch.info/ 

LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS

The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug 
Batchelor: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK 

Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657  

Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW (Live 
Series): 
https://www.discoverhopeawakens.com/webinar-registration-21585698406854