Devotion:
Read John 14:1-3.
According to this Gospel, these words are part of a lot of teaching that Jesus gave to his disciples the night before he died. Within a few hours of that time with them, he would be arrested and later go through interrogations and beatings and finally crucifixion.
He had already been predicting his death. Just before these verses, he had predicted that Peter would deny knowing him three times before morning. In that setting where all those who were there had to be so troubled about what was going on come these words: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.” That same message of comfort and assurance are there for each of us anytime we face troubling times.
But there is more. Jesus not only offers words of peace and hope for the present, but also for the future. He is working to prepare a place for you and me and everybody else. Think about the security that comes with knowing you have a place to live, to be. One of the saddest and toughest aspects of being homeless is not having that sense of security and peace. Pray for those who are homeless and look for any way you can to help rid our city and world of that blight.
Be assured that Christ can and does provide for you someone you can trust, both today and into eternity!
Personal Worship Option:
Offer a prayer of praise and thanksgiving to God for the security and peace Jesus Christ provides.
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