Acts 19:1-8 / John 16:29-33
In life, it is certain that we will have to face disappointments.
If we are expecting to be disappointed, then it may not be so disappointing. For example if we go to a sale that says while stocks last, we may not be expecting much, and in fact expecting to be disappointed. Still the disappointment will pull the heart down a bit.
But if we are confident, and not expecting to be disappointed, then when the unexpected disappointment hits, then it will hit hard.
In the gospel, the disciples thought that they had understood Jesus and had come to a firm faith in Him.
Yet as Jesus foretold, as much as they say that they believe in Him, they will also eventually disappoint Him. They will scatter and leave Him alone.
Yes they will all forsake Him but Jesus said that He won't stand alone and forsaken because God is with Him.
And because God is with Him, He will be at peace.
And Jesus wants to give us that peace. Because in this world we will face more than just unexpected disappointments.
In this world we will have to face troubles, whether we expect it or otherwise.
Yet in all our troubles, let us know that God is with us, and let us be brave and put our trust in Jesus.
As long as we want Jesus to be with us, we will have peace. Otherwise we will be in pieces.