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Bible verse
John 16:33
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
What it means
Jesus does not promise a life without trouble, He promises Himself, and victory. Whatever storms come, He has already overcome the world, and His peace is available in the middle of it.
John 16:33 at a glance
| Reference | John 16:33 |
|---|---|
| Book | John |
| Chapter to read it in | John 16 |
| Topic | peace |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- John 14:27
- 1 John 5:4
- 2 Thessalonians 3:16
- 1 John 4:4
- Philippians 4:7
- John 14:1
- 2 Timothy 3:12
- 1 Peter 5:9
- Acts 14:22
- Romans 8:36-37
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find John 16:33?
It is in John, in John 16. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with John 16:33?
Readers most often set it beside John 14:27, 1 John 5:4, 2 Thessalonians 3:16, 1 John 4:4. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray John 16:33?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Lord Jesus, you see John 16:33 and you know every person there by name. We bring you John 16:33, peace. Teach us to love one another, as you have loved us. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Where to begin this week.
- Read all of John 16 today, not only the one verse.
- Write John 16:33 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Nothing here is a finish line. It is one door into a life with Christ and with His people.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
