Verse of the Day 9-29-22

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27

Jesus’ final words in John 14 emphasize assurance. Jesus’ departure, however, remains prominent in the discussion. The Spirit would interpret Jesus’ words and ministry to the disciples and remind them of Jesus’ teachings¹. The Spirit would guide them as they wrote the Scriptures, especially the Gospels². Jesus returned to the topic of peace in the midst of turmoil. Peace is more than just the absence of strife; peace refers to well-being and blessing. Jesus blesses his followers with his peace, the well-being that is the result of being in a right relationship with him. The peace the world gives is dependent on life’s circumstances.

Dr. Tony Evans wrote this about John 14:27:

“In saying, “My peace I give to you,” Jesus is not promising the absence of storms. He’s talking about peace in the midst of tribulation-at a time when you shouldn’t have any peace. This is the peace of God, “which surpasses all understanding, [and guards] your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).

In the coming hours, the disciples would have good reason to be troubled. Likewise, you will have experiences that prompt you to fear. But with a sovereign God ruling the world and “the peace of Christ” ruling in your heart (see Colossians 3:15), you can overcome.”³

Today’s Bible Readings:

Isaiah 57:15-Isaiah 59:21, Philippians 1:1-26, Psalm 71:1-24 and Proverbs 24:9-10

Notes:

1. See John 14:26
2. See 2 Peter 1:21
3. Tony Evans, “Study Note on John 14:27,” in CSB Tony Evans Study Bible (Holman Bible Publishers, 2019).