TROUBLED TIMES

If you’ve never heard of Murphy’s Law, you’ve probably experienced it: “If anything can go wrong, it will.” Murphy’s Law reminds me of something Jesus shared with His friends when He told them, “In this world you will have trouble” (JOHN 16:33). In other words, we can count on it—sooner or later we will hit problems. It’s not the way God originally meant life to be, but when the human race first gave in to temptation, everything on this planet fell into the grip of sin and brokenness. The result has been disorder and problems ever since.

The reality of trouble in our lives is obvious. It’s the reality of peace that often escapes us. Interestingly when Jesus warned His friends about trouble, in the same breath, He also promised peace. He even told them to “take heart! I have overcome the world” (V.33). The word “overcome” shows that Jesus has already won, even now. Not only did Jesus get the victory over the fallen world through His death and resurrection, but He continues to provide victory, no matter how much trouble we may face.

So, although we can expect some trouble in this world, the good news is that we can count on Jesus for peace in troubled times.

What I’m thankful for . . .

Dear Jesus, thank You for always being with us. We ask that when troubles come, You would renew in us once again the peace of knowing You are here. Amen.

EVEN IN TROUBLES, PEACE CAN BE FOUND IN JESUS.

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