John 16:33
3 prayers from this passage, for grief, fear & anxiety, doubt
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 (NIV)
What was going on when this was written
Said the night before the crucifixion, to people who were about to scatter and abandon him. In this world you will have trouble is the plain half of it, and it is not offered from a safe distance.
Prayers from this passage
The same words, prayed from different places. Take whichever one fits tonight.
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Take Heart
When the day has taken everything
Jesus, You never promised me a trouble-free life, but You promised peace in the midst of trouble.
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Peace in Trouble
When trouble has already arrived
Lord, I know I will have trouble in this world, but I can have peace in You.
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He Has Overcome
When the world feels like it is winning
Jesus, when doubt whispers that the troubles are too great, remind me: You have overcome the world.
If you came here for one of these
Prayers for grief , Prayers for fear & anxiety , or Prayers for doubt .