Exposed
“Finding Shalom”

Peace is a condition of the soul. It’s that state of well-being whereby our soul is at peace (content) with our circumstances, rather than being at war with our circumstances. It’s what we need most in the midst of those experiences that “Expose” our deepest fears, our most fragile self.

John 16:33

Upper Room Discourse, John 13-17

	Jesus and his disciples are gathered around the table at the Last Supper, his crucifixion is 	only hours away, and his disciples will be scattered like sheep. Their world is about to be 	shaken.

Bad News
I am going away (John 13-14, 16) and the world will hate you (John 15).

Good News
I am sending you the Holy Spirit to be with you in my absence.

John 16:1

Trouble in life, pain, even tragedy, is a universal experience. Itís a reality of life for all of us.

Three Realities that Create Peace in the Face of Pain

	God has warned us that the world is broken.
	John 16:33

	God has chosen us as his own.
	John 15:15-16

	God has joined us in the struggle.
	John 16:7

Two Promises that Create Peace in the Face of Pain

	God will rescue us to eternal life.
	John 14:3

	God will turn our pain to joy
	John 16:22