Peace I leave with you
Today's focusBefore the cross, Jesus gives his disciples his own peace — not the fragile peace the world offers — and the Holy Spirit as Comforter and Teacher.
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25These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you. 26But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. 27Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Reflection
In this passage, Jesus speaks to his disciples during a time of great uncertainty. He knows he will not always be physically present with them, so he promises a gift that remains: "the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost." This Comforter is sent to "teach you all things" and help you remember everything Jesus has said. When you feel overwhelmed or forgetful of God's presence, the Holy Spirit is there to guide your thoughts back to his truth.
Jesus also offers you a very specific kind of rest. He says, "my peace I give unto you." This is not the fragile, temporary quiet that "the world giveth," which often depends on our circumstances or our own strength. Instead, it is his own deep, unshakable peace. Because you have this gift, you can hear his gentle command for your life today: "Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." You do not have to carry your burdens alone; the Comforter is with you, and the peace of Jesus is already yours.
AI-written reflection on the passage above. Let Scripture itself be the main thing.
Reflect
How is the peace Jesus offers different from the peace you usually look for when you feel troubled?
Pray
Jesus, thank you for leaving your peace with me — not as the world gives, but as you give. When my heart is troubled and afraid, remind me of your words by your Holy Spirit. Let your peace settle deep within me.