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The Pulpit Commentary - John 16:33

In Christ and in the world, Notice— I. THAT THE CHRISTIAN IN THE PRESENT STATE IS BOTH IN THE WORLD AND IN CHRIST . 1. He is in the world . 2. He is also in Christ . He is united by faith to him. As his physical life is in the world, his spiritual life is in Christ. He is in Christ, and Christ is in him. But although he is the world, the world is not in him. He is a mere pilgrim in the world; his home is in Christ. 3. He is in the... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 16:33

In me - In my presence, and in the aid which I shall render you by the Holy Spirit.In the world - Among the men to whom you are going. You must expect to be persecuted, afflicted, tormented.I have overcome the world - He overcame the prince of this world by his death, John 12:31. He vanquished the great foe of man, and triumphed over all that would work our ruin. He brought down aid and strength from above by his death; and by procuring for us the friendship of God and the influence of the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - John 16:33

John 16:33 . These things I have spoken, that ye might have peace “I have said these things to you concerning my departure out of the world, the coming of the Holy Ghost, my resurrection from the dead, the Father’s hearing your prayers, and concerning the great trial you are to be exposed to, in order that you may have consolation in the prospect of the benefits you are to receive, and not be terrified when afflictions draw nigh which are to overtake you. The truth is, you shall have great... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - John 16:16-33

147. Difficulties ahead for the disciples (John 16:16-33)Within the next twenty-four hours Jesus would be taken from his disciples, but three days later, after his resurrection, they would see him again. Their sorrow would be replaced by joy, just as a woman’s pains before giving birth are replaced by joy after the child is born (John 16:16-22). Jesus’ victory through death and resurrection would give them a confidence in God that they never had before. They would see Jesus Christ as the... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - John 16:33

peace . Greek. eirene. See John 14:27 ; John 20:19 , Joh 21:26 . tribulation . Same as "anguish", John 16:21 . overcome = conquered. Greek nikao. Occurs twenty-eight times. Only here in John's Gospel, but six times in first Epistle. Always translated "overcome", except in Revelation 5:5 ; Revelation 6:2 ; Revelation 15:2 . The noun nike only in 1 John 5:4 , and nikos in Matthew 12:20 . 1 Corinthians 15:54 , 1 Corinthians 15:55 , 1 Corinthians 15:57 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - John 16:33

These things have I spoken unto you, that in me, ye may have peace. In the world ye have tribulation; but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.Jesus had unfolded for his apostles a full account of all that was about to happen. The betrayal by Judas, the denial by Peter, the scattering of all of them to their own homes, the hatred and rejoicing of the world at his death; and the exact fulfillment of all those prophecies would strengthen their faith AFTER IT WAS ALL OVER.That ye may have... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - John 16:33

John 16:33. These things I have spoken— "I have told you these things, that you may have consolation in the prospect of the benefits that you are to receive, a lasting peace, and serenity of soul, by the exercise of your faith in me; and thus, free from all anxiety and perturbation, may not be terrified when the afflictions draw nigh which are to overtake you. The truth is, you will have great tribulation in this present life, because the malice of men will every where pursue you; nevertheless,... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - John 16:33

33. These things I have spoken unto you—not the immediately preceding words, but this whole discourse, of which these were the very last words, and which He thus winds up. that in me ye might have peace—in the sublime sense before explained. (See on :-). In the world ye shall have tribulation—specially arising from its deadly opposition to those who "are not of the world, but chosen out of the world." So that the "peace" promised was far from an unruffled one. I have overcome the world—not... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - John 16:31-33

B. The Upper Room Discourse 13:31-16:33Judas’ departure opened the way for Jesus to prepare His true disciples for what lay ahead for them. This teaching was for committed disciples only. Some writers have noted that in the Old Testament, as well as in ancient Near Eastern literature generally, the farewell sayings of famous individuals receive much attention (cf. Genesis 47:29 to Genesis 49:33; Joshua 23-24; 1 Chronicles 28-29). [Note: E.g., A. Lacomara, "Deuteronomy and the Farewell Discourse... read more

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