The Promise of the Holy Spirit
“16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—
23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24 Anyone who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me.
25 “All this I have spoken while still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid”
In today’s message, Jesus promises His disciples the coming of the Holy Spirit, also referred to as the "Advocate" or "Another Counselor" in English. The term refers to someone who comes alongside to help, pointing to the Holy Spirit, who, like Jesus, will assist and guide us. Jesus reassures His disciples that even though He will leave them, He will not abandon them as orphans. Instead, the Holy Spirit will remain with them forever, ensuring His constant presence.
Jesus says, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them”* (John 14:23). Here, “we” refers to the Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God promises to dwell with those who love Him, walking with them and being their companion.
The Holy Spirit, who resides in our hearts, teaches us all things and helps us remember the words of Jesus (John 14:26). Through the Holy Spirit, we are empowered to obey the Lord’s commands and live a life of faith. The Spirit also grants us peace—a peace unlike that of the world, a peace that comes only from Jesus. Therefore, we should not let our hearts be troubled or afraid.
When the disciples were anxious and fearful about Jesus’ departure, He assured them of the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Spirit is our constant companion, guiding us in truth and love, and fostering deep communion with God. Our faith becomes more personal and real through the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit.
Today, let us accept and trust the leading of the Holy Spirit who dwells within us. The Holy Spirit guides us in truth and love, helping us follow the Lord. May the peace of Jesus and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit always be with us in our lives.
Prayer: Lord, we thank and praise You for Your presence through the Holy Spirit, who continues to dwell within us, granting us peace and courage. We surrender our remaining fears and anxieties to You, and we ask that You renew our inner being through the power of the Holy Spirit. May we gain heavenly hope and the faith and courage to live in this world. Amen.
(Note: This summary was created based on an AI draft.)
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