Posts with the tag “holy-spirit”

**Scripture**: “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with youforever.” - John 14:16 (ESV)The Holy Spirit, referred to as our Helper, is a divine companion in our journey of faith. Jesus assured His disciples that they would not be left alone; the Holy Spirit would guide, teach, and comfort them. This same promise holds true for us today. When we face opposition or ...  Read More

**Scripture:** John 14:17 (ESV) "Even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you."God has not left us alone in our journey of obedience. The Holy Spirit is our guide, dwelling within us to lead us in truth and empower us to obey. We are never on our own; we are equipped with divine help to f...  Read More

Psalm 16:11 reminds us that in God’s presence is fullness of joy. Jesus promises that when we experience His presence, our joy will be complete. This joy is not temporary; it is eternal and life-changing. The Holy Spirit helps us access this joy, no matter the trials or circumstances we face.When we seek God’s presence through prayer, worship, and daily communion with Him, we experience this fulln...  Read More

Psalm 23:1 “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, not only comforts and protects us from external dangers but also ministers to our hearts from the inside. The Holy Spirit, as our Advocate, brings comfort, peace, and joy from within. The comfort we receive isn’t just external protection; it’s an internal transformation that helps us overcome fear and anxiety.Just ...  Read More

Joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness is fleeting and dependent on our circumstances, while joy is rooted in the presence of God. Jesus explains that when we focus on Him, joy fills our hearts, even when life is hard. Psalm 16:11 says, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” We are reminded that in God’...  Read More

Jesus tells the disciples that though they will experience sorrow when He dies, joy will follow. Just like a woman in labor forgets her pain when she holds her newborn, the disciples' sorrow will turn into uncontainable joy when they see Him again. This joy is deeper than temporary happiness—it is rooted in the resurrection of Jesus and the coming of the Holy Spirit.Life’s circumstances can lead t...  Read More

John 14:1“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.”In John 14, Jesus addresses His disciples’ troubled hearts. They were scared and uncertain about His departure, feeling abandoned by His promise of leaving them. Yet, Jesus reassures them, saying that He will send the Holy Spirit—the Comforter, or Paraclete—to be with them forever. The Holy Spirit’s role is multifaceted...  Read More

The final type of peace is the peace that comes from living in the fullness of God’s presence. When we walk in obedience to God, we experience a deep, abiding peace that flows from knowing we are aligned with His will. This peace is the fruit of the Holy Spirit, as we live in harmony with God and others.As we seek God’s will, obey His commands, and live out our faith, we experience peace that brin...  Read More