Although the disciples of Jesus have tribulation “in this world,” they are to be of good cheer, for Jesus has overcome the world (16:33). Another Greek word sometimes translated “world” is aiōn, which emphasizes the temporal aspect of the world. It is used of time without end, eternity (e.g., Rom 1:25; 2 Cor 11:31; Phil 4:20). It is, however, also used of shorter time periods, such as the “age” and especially of “the present age.” The god of this age is the devil (2 Cor 4:4). The cares of this age