GOSPEL PEARLS

Christianophobia

But take heart; I have overcome the world. (John 16: 33)

Gospel Pearls 17_05_2021

His disciples said, “Ah, now you are speaking plainly and not using figurative speech! Now we know that you know all things and do not need anyone to question you; this is why we believe that you came from God.” 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.” (John 16: 29-33)

The world, that is, that part of humanity that refuses to listen to Jesus, focuses its hatred on the disciples following Jesus' resurrection. This happens because they can no longer take any action against Jesus. Moreover, Christians, by their very nature, bear witness to the fact that it’s possible to believe in Jesus and do His Will. With his resurrection, Jesus had overcome all the world's injustices, so let us confidently stand by His side