John 16:13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself: but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak; and he will show you things to come.
Oh Friends, what an awesome, awesome Being is the Holy Spirit! It’s the third person of the Holy Trinity; equal to, yet separate from the Father and the Son. The member of the triumvirate that dwells in, guides and leads us in right paths, to right decisions. Zechariah declared: ‘Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.’ (Zech.4:6) The Holy Spirit is the workhorse of the Trinity. He conducts all the Lord’s business with His children. Today, Jesus is warning His disciples about the persecution and injustice they’d suffer after He left them, all because they preached in His Name. He’d already promised to send them help. ‘And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you.’ (John 14:16-18) Wow people! What a truly amazing promise! Now did it really reassure the early disciples? Who knows? Their leader would soon depart, never a good sign, and definitely not a move that instils trust and confidence. But we ought to be reassured, since it still holds true today, and only believers can receive it. The disciples plight is obvious: This was the dawning of a new religious era in an old, stoic society, and when Jesus’ penchant to talk in parables was coupled to their limited intelligence and education, it must have created some misgivings. ‘But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me. And ye shall also bear witness, because ye have been with me from the beginning.’ (John 15:26-27) And guess what happened that day of Pentecost long ago? ‘Suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a mighty rushing wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.’ (Acts 2:2-4) Yes Friends, it’s indeed a mighty God we serve! His majesty and power are awesome to behold! And luckily for us, it’s that same Spirit, that tower of strength that walks besides us, as we bear witness of Christ, as we testify to His authenticity, His purpose and His power. But just then, the disciples were still too immature in the faith to understand all Jesus had to explain. ‘I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.’ (vs.12) After His crucifixion and resurrection though, they’d be much more aware. ‘Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth:’ Yes Friends, that’s gospel! ‘But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.’ (John 14: 26-27) Oh people, how caring and considerate is our Jesus! He knew the serious problems they’d encounter after He left, and tried His best to prepare them. Friends, the same thing applies to us today. It’s the same Spirit of Jesus that’s dwelling and working in us. The same Spirit of truth that will impart God’s eternal wisdom to us when we’re worried and troubled and turn to our Creator for help. So free yourself from unnecessary fear and worry; our Heavenly Helper, the Holy Spirit, sent in Jesus’ Name, is, and will always be with us. Much LOVE!…only believe…yes, act in faith…it’s all we need to do…
Oh Friends, what an awesome, awesome Being is the Holy Spirit! It’s the third person of the Holy Trinity; equal to, yet separate from the Father and the Son. The member of the triumvirate that dwells in, guides and leads us in right paths, to right decisions. Zechariah declared: ‘Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.’ (Zech.4:6) The Holy Spirit is the workhorse of the Trinity. He conducts all the Lord’s business with His children. Today, Jesus is warning His disciples about the persecution and injustice they’d suffer after He left them, all because they preached in His Name. He’d already promised to send them help. ‘And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you.’ (John 14:16-18) Wow people! What a truly amazing promise! Now did it really reassure the early disciples? Who knows? Their leader would soon depart, never a good sign, and definitely not a move that instils trust and confidence. But we ought to be reassured, since it still holds true today, and only believers can receive it. The disciples plight is obvious: This was the dawning of a new religious era in an old, stoic society, and when Jesus’ penchant to talk in parables was coupled to their limited intelligence and education, it must have created some misgivings. ‘But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me. And ye shall also bear witness, because ye have been with me from the beginning.’ (John 15:26-27) And guess what happened that day of Pentecost long ago? ‘Suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a mighty rushing wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.’ (Acts 2:2-4) Yes Friends, it’s indeed a mighty God we serve! His majesty and power are awesome to behold! And luckily for us, it’s that same Spirit, that tower of strength that walks besides us, as we bear witness of Christ, as we testify to His authenticity, His purpose and His power. But just then, the disciples were still too immature in the faith to understand all Jesus had to explain. ‘I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.’ (vs.12) After His crucifixion and resurrection though, they’d be much more aware. ‘Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth:’ Yes Friends, that’s gospel! ‘But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.’ (John 14: 26-27) Oh people, how caring and considerate is our Jesus! He knew the serious problems they’d encounter after He left, and tried His best to prepare them. Friends, the same thing applies to us today. It’s the same Spirit of Jesus that’s dwelling and working in us. The same Spirit of truth that will impart God’s eternal wisdom to us when we’re worried and troubled and turn to our Creator for help. So free yourself from unnecessary fear and worry; our Heavenly Helper, the Holy Spirit, sent in Jesus’ Name, is, and will always be with us. Much LOVE!…only believe…yes, act in faith…it’s all we need to do…
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