John 16:5-15
Why would Jesus say that it was more advantageous for the Holy Spirit to be with the disciples than to have Jesus with them in the flesh? When Jesus was on earth, he was limited by a physical body – he could only be at one place at a time. His presence was encouraging and growth-producing in his followers, but restricted in geography.
The Holy Spirit’s presence is internal, not external. He indwells all believers, and ministers in and through each one separately as well as corporately. We see the impact of the Holy Spirit’s presence in Acts 2 when the he came on the disciples and ministry was multiplied.
According to this passage in John 16, here is some of the Holy Spirit’s work:
• Toward the world: conviction of sin, righteousness, and judgment
• He will guide us into truth
• He will reveal “things to come”
• He will declare the things of Christ
Being led more by Jesus: I will embrace the Holy Spirit's presence within me and allow him to instruct, direct, and empower me for world-impact!
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