In this chapter, our Lord forewarns His followers of the sufferings and persecutions in store for them, on account of their steady adhesion to Him. These things He predicts, in order to strengthen their faith, on witnessing the accomplishment of His predictions (1–8). The effects of the coming of the promised Paraclete in regard to the world, and the sin of which He will convict them (8–12). The results of His coming in regard to our Lord Himself and His disciples (12–15). While forewarning