In John 14:27, the Savior tells his to his disciples “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” Why did he feel it necessary to tell them this? Had they not been with him this entire time? Hadn’t they been taught the gospel? These humble disciples had walked with the very Savior, Jesus Christ, himself, yet he felt the need to instruct them, “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
What was the fear that Lord knew was building in their hearts? From the follow verse it appears that they feared the change that was about to take place. They were aware that their time with the Savior was drawing to a close. They were to be set on a journey that, it seems, caused there hearts to be troubled and fearful. What is more important is that the Lord knew it. He was completely aware of their fear and of their unsettled hearts. Of course this did not change what was expected of them, but the Lord promised them peace in their journey.
We, like Christ's disciples, have also been called on a journey. We also may find ourselves fearful and restless about what it is we must do, but the Lord’s promise extends to us, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you…” We have been blessed with access to the Lord’s peace. The steps we are to take on many occasions will be difficult and will test us, but we must never forget that even though we may not physically walk with the Lord, he most certainly is walking with us. I know he does.
…more to be said later.
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