Jesus concluded his final discourse with his disciples before his death in John 16:12-33. He developed previous lessons and added that they would have temporary sorrow that would change into lasting joy. In spite of our suffering in this world, Christians can have joy, peace, and courage, because Jesus has overcome the world.
Although we may not long to be holy as much as we long to be hopeful (see last week’s sermon), the way Peter describes...
Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.
Because some preachers were saying that God’s grace permits Christians to practice immorality, Jude urged us to avoid their error by keeping ourselves in...