Reflect
There is a lot about us as followers of Jesus that the world doesn’t “get”. This passage tells us our way of life, why we choose to obey Him and His teachings, is hidden from them. That can make life challenging. However, we have Someone with us they don’t have: the person and presence of the Holy Spirit. It goes on to tell us the Holy Spirit will bring us loving companionship of the Father and Son – like dwelling in a home together - and advocacy to the Father for us. The Holy Spirit will be our teacher, comforter, giver of peace, defeater of fear. This is what enables us to obey, even when the world doesn’t get us.
Apply
How has following and obeying Jesus been challenging in your world recently? How does this passage invite you again to be empowered by the Holy Spirit in your walk for Him? Spend some time in companionship with Him to strengthen you today.
Pastor Christine
Pray
- For those who need to be encouraged in heart and united in love.
- Pray through the prayer page in the bulletin.
- Pray for Pastor Dan, our Lead Team Pastor and his family.
- Pray for our Lead Team Pastor Intern, Robyn Crown.
- Pray for our Hospitality Coordinator, Irene Dickau.
- Pray for our Congregational Life Pastor, Mike Bartusek and his family.