Jesus came to earth for only a short time. He came here to preach about God's kingdom, about how to live on earth and then he died for our sins. He was born and he died. But before he died he told us that he was not going to leave us alone.
John 14:15-18 (Amplified Bible)
15If you [really] love Me, you will keep (obey) My commands.
16And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby), that He may remain with you forever--
17The Spirit of Truth, Whom the world cannot receive (welcome, take to its heart), because it does not see Him or know and recognize Him. But you know and recognize Him, for He lives with you [constantly] and will be in you.
18I will not leave you as orphans [comfortless, desolate, bereaved, forlorn, helpless]; I will come [back] to you.
He was talking about the Holy Spirit! When Jesus went back to Heaven he told us that he would not leave us alone! The Holy
Spirit is like God's "bodyguard" for us!
The Holy Spirit is intimately involved in our lives. He is here to guide us as we live out our lives for God. Think of a specific time in your life when you've needed one of these things:
A Counselor - someone to help you work out your issues, to give you advice and help you see things you wouldn't see by yourself
Helper - someone to help you!
Intercessor - someone to pray for you or on behalf of you
Advocate -someone to speak up on your behalf, to defend you
Strenghtner - someone to help you be strong!
Standby- someone ready to act, respond, or be used immediately when needed.
We have what we need! If you've ever felt lonley or alone... you're not. The Holy Spirit is in us willing to help us live our lives to the fullest for the Glory of God.
Ask him to help you. Want to be a better Christian? He is here for us and with us!
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