Comfort for Troubled Hearts | John 14:1-6

Jesus knew what it meant to be troubled. He was troubled when his friend Lazarus died (Jn. 11:33). He was troubled when he considered the cross (Jn. 12:27). He was troubled when he thought of Judas’ betrayal (Jn. 13:21). He told his followers, “In this world you will have trouble.” He knew that we too would face seasons of emotional distress. Yet Jesus also provided the solution: Himself. He said, “But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (Jn. 16:33) Take-Home Message: My troubled heart will not rest until I rest in Jesus. Jesus provides empathy for my troubled heart (1). Jesus provides security for my troubled heart (2-3). Jesus provides the security of… Eternity in Heaven (2).Adoption by the Father (2).Union with Christ (3). Jesus provides Himself for my troubled heart (4-6). Jesus Himself is… The “I AM” The Way The Truth The Life The Only Way Message: Comfort for Troubled Hearts Scripture: John 14:1-6 Simple. Authentic. Jesus. Prairiebible.org