1. Trust in God; trust in Jesus also (1)

Jesus' disciples were troubled because Jesus had said that he was going away. The only solution to anxiety is trust--faith. Even in the darkest time, when it is impossible to understand what God is doing, we must believe in him. The hour of Jesus' death seemed to be the darkest hour of history. But Jesus' death was not a tragedy; it was salvation for the world. God is sovereign; he is in control. Anxiety is a faith problem.

2. To prepare a place for you (2-4)

Jesus was returning to the Father by the way of the cross. His death was for our sins. His death opens the gates of heaven to all who put their trust in him. Jesus promised us a place in the heavenly kingdom; he promised that we could be with him. His promise plants hope in the hearts of all disciples for all times. His promise to come back was fulfilled in the coming of the Spirit, and will be finally fulfilled when he returns in glory.

Application: Lord, forgive my anxiety. Help me to put my trust fully in you and set my hope fully on your kingdom.
One Word: Believe in God; believe in Jesus