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J. Vernon McGee on Tribulation and Triumph - Dispensational (John 16:33)

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"Trouble intensifies as the age closes—Jesus warned of tribulation. But take heart: He has already overcome the world. The coming tribulation is real; so is Christ's ultimate triumph. The world system is defeated; its ruler is judged. Until He comes, we have peace in Him." — J. Vernon McGee. Dispensational: end-times victory.

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Scripture References

John 16:33

Emotional Tone

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Audience

adults

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