The apostles were puzzled by the figurative language used by Jesus. He read their doubts and fears about the future and assured them of His protection, and help from the Holy Spirit. They replied: 'Now we know that you know all things . . . we believe you came from God'. Jesus warned them that their faith based merely on His knowing their thoughts, would fail in times of trial. They would abandon Him. However, Jesus was never alone; the Father was with Him.
Jesus did not scold the apostles for running away instead of standing by Him. He loved them as they were, with all their weaknesses. As if to forestall any despair they might have had for their cowardice, Jesus says (as it were): I know what's going to happen. Your disloyalty will not destroy my love. When you think about this afterwards, remember that I still love you. In me you will find peace.
The final words of Jesus' 'last discourse' also ring with divine power. The apostles would see the world do its worst to Jesus, and yet it would be conquered by His amazing love and forgiveness. They too could possess the courage and victory of Calvary.
Lord Jesus, by Your Cross and Resurrection help us to love and forgive one another as You love and forgive us.