John 16:16-33

II. Round Two (16:16–28)

A. The confusion (16:16–18): The disciples do not understand when Jesus says, “In just a little while I will be gone, and you won’t see me anymore. Then, just a little while after that, you will see me again” (16:16).

B. The clarification (16:19–22)

1. His explanation (16:19)

a. “You won’t see me anymore” (16:19a): A reference to his death, which will bring about great grief.

b. “You will see me again” (16:19b): A reference to his resurrection, which will bring about great joy!

2. His example (16:20–22): To illustrate the way their sorrow will turn to joy, Jesus refers to a woman giving birth.

C. The comfort (16:23–28)

1. Jesus says that the Father will give them all they need because of the Son (16:23).

2. Jesus says the Father loves them dearly (16:24–28)

III. Round Three (16:29–33)

A. The disciples speak (16:29–30).

1. “At last you are speaking plainly” (16:29).

2. “We believe that you came from God” (16:30).

B. The Savior speaks (16:31–33).

1. The bad news (16:31–33a): “You will have many trials and sorrows.”

2. The glad news (16:33b): “Take heart, because I have overcome the world.”

Willmington, H. L. The Outline Bible. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1999. Print.