John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Jesus’ words to the disciples were words of encouragement and hope even though He was about to face death on the cross.
He was about to undergo cruel and lasting punishment for our sakes, to take on the sins of the whole world so we could enjoy the peace He was leaving with us.
But, a word of warning too; the world will still dish out horrible things and we must face trial ourselves – but without eternal death hanging over us any more!