THE CURE FOR OUR TROUBLED HEARTS
The Cure for Our Troubled Hearts
John 14:1–4
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.” – John 14:1
The disciples’ hearts were troubled for many reasons. Judas had left the group. They faced spiritual danger outside their circle. Jesus spoke of His departure and impending death. Peter had been warned he would deny the Lord three times before the rooster crowed.
I don’t believe our hearts today, 2,000 years later, are any different. We face uncertainties, crises, and losses. People leave us. Sometimes, like Peter, we fall short spiritually. Like the disciples, we carry troubled hearts.
Yet Jesus gives an answer—not just for them, but for us today.
1. The Power of Christ
“If you believe in God, believe also in me.” – John 14:1
To believe in Jesus is to believe in Almighty God—the Creator, Sustainer, and active Worker in our lives. Matthew 28:18 reminds us:
“All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.”
Even amidst trouble, fear, and the unknown, we can have full confidence in Christ. He alone has the power to carry us through.
2. The Prioritizing of Christ
“In my Father’s house are many mansions.” – John 14:2
We often use this verse to reference heaven: “You lost your job, but at least there’s a mansion.” True, but Christ’s message goes deeper.
By saying there are many mansions, He communicates: there is plenty of room for you. The room to talk to Jesus has plenty of space. The counseling couch of Jesus has plenty of seats. The Father’s house has openings just for you.
Even when we feel alone, there is still room. Christ prioritizes you.
3. The Preparation of Christ
“I go to prepare a place for you.” – John 14:2
Our hope rests in knowing Christ prepares for eternity, but He also prepares us for today. Nothing in our lives—trials, triumphs, or heartache—takes Him by surprise. Jeremiah 29:11 declares:
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”
The disciples would face suffering before reaching the mansion. Likewise, we can trust Christ has prepared us for our journey. He prepares a place and prepares us for that place.
4. The Promise of Christ
“I will come again.” – John 14:3
The disciples’ trouble came from uncertainty, betrayal, and fear. Today, life can feel the same. People leave, loved ones pass away, faith may falter.
Yet the greatest promise is this: Jesus Himself will return. Not an angel. Not comfort alone. Jesus comes. 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 says:
“For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout… and the dead in Christ shall rise first. Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together… to meet the Lord in the air; and so shall we ever be with the Lord.”
This promise is our ultimate comfort.
5. The Procession with Christ
“I will receive you unto myself, that where I am, there ye may be also.” – John 14:3
To be received by Christ is to share in His honor and glory. John 17:24 reminds us:
“Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory.”
All the things that trouble our hearts will vanish. Tears, pain, and fears will be gone—not just because of heaven, but because we will be with Him.
Let not your heart be troubled.
