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September 27, 2015 John 16:33 reads: \u201cThese things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.\u201d The Greek word for tribulation is thlipsis. It actually translates \u201cpressure\u201d, literally or figuratively. It means affliction, anguish, burdened, persecuted, or troubled. How do we respond to the pressure? There are three main response options: 1. Throw a Pity Party \u2022In one simple sentence of the Bible, we told to reject all pity parties. \u20221 Thessalonians 5:18 - \u201cGive thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of god in Christ Jesus for you.\u201d \u2022If we are giving thanks in ALL circumstances, there is no room for self-pity. 2. Fill with Pride \u2022The definition of pride is \u201ca feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired.\u201d \u2022Ecclesiastes 7:8 - \u201cThe end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.\u201d \u2022\u201cWelcome to Holland\u201d by Emily Perl Kingsley 3. Find Your Peace \u2022Our Peace comes from our position IN CHRIST. He says that we may have perfect peace in Him. \u20222 Thessalonians 3:16 \u2013 \u201cNow may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.\u201d \u2022Notice he gives us peace and then he tells us to be courageous. He doesn\u2019t say \u201ccourage will come over you\u201d or \u201cI will give you courage.\u201d He says, \u201cbe courageous.\u201d It\u2019s a choice. We can choose to be courageous. What is God\u2019s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?