Tribulation Scatter and Overcoming Peace:

Context:

• Jesus doesn’t want His followers to fall away.
• It is to their advantage that He goes away.
• The big plus is that the Holy Spirit will be sent.
• There will be sorrow before the big plus.
• The hour is coming.
• Jesus provides access to the throne of grace and mercy.

The disciples say “Ah, now you are speaking plainly”, “Now we know”, and “we believe that you came from God.”

John 16:31-33 “...Jesus answered them, “Do you now believe? Behold, the hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home, and will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone, for the Father is with me. I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world...”

What did the disciples believe and how grounded in belief were they?

• They were pretty sure Jesus came from God.
• They didn’t know how unstable their situation was.

What was coming and what would happen?

• The crucifixion was coming.
• They would be scattered.
• They would abandon Jesus.

Would Jesus be alone?

• The Father would be with Him.

What does the world offer people?

• Trials and tribulation.

What did Jesus accomplish?

• He overcame the world.

What does this mean for followers of Christ?

• In the world there will be tribulation.
• In Christ there is peace.

Do you think you are immune to Tribulation Scatter?

How can a person have Overcoming Peace?