11/4/18 - Peace In Jesus - John 16:25-33

I think it's safe to assume that most everyone on the planet wants more peace in his or her life. The question is - Where do you find it? The internet is filled with information about how you can gain "inner peace." Relaxation techniques, meditation and boundaries are some of the more popular answers. The solution for most is to find peace from within. In John chapter 16 Jesus finishes a long conversation with his disciples. His final words are an exhortation for them to find peace. This is exactly what the disciples need in light of his departure. The one who has loved and led them is about to die on the cross. These men need lasting peace. But their source of peace is different than what most would expect. Jesus says, "…in me you may have peace." How do you find peace in Jesus? The key is found in verse 28. Everything Jesus has been saying about himself can be summed up in this one verse. “I have come from the Father and come into the world, and now I am leaving the world and going to the Father.” The disciples believe this, they have accepted His words as truth (vs 27.) You see, to find peace in Jesus is to accept His words as truth. This includes all that Jesus said about heaven, hell, preparing a place for you, and the truth about him being the only way to God and therefore dying on the cross for your sins. If you believe in what Jesus says then you will have peace that passes all worldly understanding because it is found in Jesus. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7