<p>The Gospel of <em>John</em> tells of the last week of <em>Jesus'</em> stay on earth. This week is crucial, as it includes the Jewish <em>Passover</em> and the <em>Passion, suffering, and death of the Lord</em>. <em>John 7:33</em> is one of the phrases Jesus spoke that week, and it expresses His departure from earth.</p>
<p><strong>Jesus' Departure</strong></p>
<p>Jesus' departure is a recurring theme in the Savior's speech. Several times the Lord used analogies to explain that He would not be with His disciples forever. For example, in <em>John 12:35, "Then Jesus told them, &ldquo;You are going to have the light just a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, before darkness overtakes you. Whoever walks in the dark does not know where they are going."</em></p>
<p>Jesus knew that His departure would cause sadness in the hearts of His disciples. He himself pointed this out in <em>John 16:6-7, "Rather, you are filled with grief because I have said these things. But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.&rdquo;</em></p>
<p><strong>Jesus&rsquo; Promise</strong></p>
<p>Even though His departure left a void in the hearts of the disciples, Jesus promised that He would not leave them alone. Instead, He would send the Holy Spirit to be their comforter and guide.</p>
<p>This promise is fulfilled in the book of <em>Acts</em>, where the disciples receive the Holy Spirit on the <em>day of Pentecost (Acts 2)</em>. From that moment on, the disciples had a faithful companion who would guide them in the work of the gospel and support them in times of adversity.</p>