Jesus could not expect his disciples to have full insight into his work, so he was pointing to faith as a relationship with God. Grounded in this love, those who believe in Christ are urged to express a similar sacrificial love for others. The disciples came to a partial insight into the mystery of his divinity, but only after the resurrection did they know that all of Jesus' works were accomplished for their sake. Moreover, through baptism and the gift of the Holy Spirit, the Church and her members become part of the new creation. However, the Church must live this experience in faith.
Every generation is buffetted by the various storms that afflict humanity.
The difference between the faithful and their brothers and sisters throughout the world is the presence of Jesus in the barque of Peter.