How do we find peace in a life filled with troubles? In the message from John 16, Pastor Casey reminds us that we can ask for anything in Jesus' name because of God's great love for us, and that Christ is our peace in times of tribulation.
ABOUT THIS SERIES: The Gospel of John was written "that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing in Him you may have life in His Name" (John 20.30). The Apostle John, as an eyewitness and close friend of Jesus', desires for us to behold His beauty, love, and glory, and believe in His power and willingness to being forgiveness and life. As we journey through the Gospel of John, we will behold the life, teachings, works, and ministry of Jesus, and will hear straight from Him who He said He is, so that we would more deeply put our hope and trust in the Man who is God.
We often feel the pressure to hold life together through our own strength — to work harder, try more, and fix ourselves. But Hebrews closes with a benediction that tells a better story. God is the One who brings peace, who raised Jesus from the dead, and who shepherds His people with faithful care. He is also the One who equips us with everything good to do His will, working in us what is pleasing in His sight. This message walks through the sweeping story of Hebrews — the True and Better Christ who fulfills every promise — and reminds us that spiritual growth is not earned by effort but given by grace. Like a garden under construction, our hearts are tended by a God who plants, waters, prunes, and brings the harvest. Come be encouraged to rest in the Great Shepherd, trust His equipping, and run the race set before you with confidence in His faithful work.