-"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you." (John 14:27) ---- --JESUS promised His followers this peace when, after their last supper together, He prepared them for His death and resurrection. He told them that though they would have trouble in the world, the Father would send them the Spirit of truth to live with them and be in them. (John 14:16-17)-
The Spirit would teach them, bring to mind His truths; the Spirit would comfort them, bestowing on them His peace. Though soon they would face trials--including fierce opposition from the religious leaders and seeing Jesus executed--He told them not to be afraid. The Holy Spirit's presence would never leave them.
Although as God's children we experience hardship, we too have His Spirit living within and flowing out of us. God's peace can be His witness to everyone we meet--whether at a local market, at school or work, or in the gym. Jesus said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you. Lo, I am with you always even until the end of the age."
