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We’ve been hearing a lot lately about the Holy Spirit and how Jesus promised to always be with and He will give us what we need to navigate through our time in this world.
John 16:13, sums it up pretty well. “But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.”
Recently my Bible Study for the day shared these words.
One of the major promises in the Old Testament is that one day the spirit of God would dwell within the people of God. Previously, the people of God interacted within the temple.
In fulfillment of Scripture, Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit to guide and comfort God’s people. This has big implications. It means that Christians have access to the presence of God by the Holy Spirit who dwells within us. God’s Spirit is with us wherever we go.
Jesus mentions in John 16:13 that the Spirit of God will guide us into all truth. God desires to be part of our daily journey through life, helping us and guiding us towards what is right. When we have questions about what direction in life to take, the Holy Spirit is there to help us. When we’re not sure what is right or wrong, the Holy Spirit is with us to bring light to our decision. Jesus says that the Holy Spirit will speak to us in accordance with the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit will also reinforce and help us understand what we read in Scripture.
Throughout this month make an effort to be mindful of the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life. Remind yourself that God is with you every day. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you and illuminate your path in life, and to be comforted and strengthened by God.
When you share your faith, you’re never alone. The Holy Spirit will lead you, empower you, and guide you into all truth. He will even put the right words in your mouth.
Jesus is the way the truth and the life. When we seek Him, we will find what’s true.
Have a very blessed Pentacost season.
Pastor Kathi Kraus