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IN ME

Text: John 16:33.

"These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."

Let's look  further at some key words and some action words in our text today :

1.) IN ME :Jesus told His disciples that in Him they will have peace. *Jesus doesn't play with words, if He said it, then, He meant it, if truly you are in Christ, you will have peace.

Now, what does it mean to be in Christ? 2 Corinthians 5:17 says Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.Anyone who is in Christ is a new creature. Are you a new creature,  has old things passed away in your life? Is your life  bringing forth new things?

Today, many claim they are in Christ, yet their lives is saying contrary. When you are in Christ, your life should be guided and shaped by the words of Christ.

Many want to enjoy the peace (Shallom) that Jesus brings, yet they don't want to stay in Christ. Note that being a member of a local assembly (church) doesn't guarantee that you are in Christ. Being a worker, pastor,  prophet, Evangelist or anything doesn't mean you are in Christ. 

You are in Christ because you are within the confines of Christ's teaching which is spelt out in your obedience to Him.
When you submit yourself to the teachings of Christ with the aim of obeying Him, then you are in Christ. 

Only those who are in Christ can receive the peace He offers.

Bible Reading:

John 16:25-33.
 
 PRAYER FOCUS

Father Lord, I receive the grace to hear and obey your words in Jesus name.


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