When God Says …
“But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou? But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.” (John 16:5-6 KJV).
These expository statements of the Lord Jesus reveal the disciples' confused state of mind. Centered on their own well-being, Apostles Peter and Thomas asked the Lord the question earlier: "Lord, where are you going?" (John 13:36; 14:5). Those were actually meant to ask, Lord why are you going? as these verses now revealed. In their minds the turmoil revolves around the lines: why are you leaving? What will happen to us? Not what will happen to their Master. They were concerned about the Lord's leaving, not where He's going.
Yes, literally the disciples have asked the question "Lord, where are you going? But, it was a question focused on their fears and not concern for their Master. They have reason to be anxious, as we should too. They, you and I are warned by Lord Jesus of persecution for being His followers. We'll be hated by the world because of Him. (John 15:18-27). On the other hand, we must rejoice. We have a solid ground to stand on, having been born again as we put our faith in Him. We have the comforting words of Apostle Paul's exhortation: “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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