By Pastor Naomi Mitchell
Carter County Times
John 16:13 says, “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”
The Holy Spirit can and will empower us in ways we never expected. It is wonderful to know that the Holy Spirit will declare to us the things coming. He will lead us as believers in Jesus Christ into all truth (John 16:13). We should desire the Holy Spirit to be active in our faith walk every day.
He will empower us to overcome the many challenges we face in life, whether it be physical, financial or spiritual. Ephesians 3:16 says, “That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.” Yes, He will be the comfort we need providing peace and encouragement in times of trials and tribulations according to John 14:26. The Bible tells us if we lack wisdom in any area, we are to ask God for it. He will give us the divine understanding that is needed in certain situations in our life according to 1 Corinthians 2:12-13. He will provide supernatural peace in trials. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Praise God, the Holy Spirit will give us peace in troubled times. We can renew our minds and transform our thinking with the help of the Holy Spirit. Romans 12:2 reads: “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
The Holy Spirit will help us with fruit production! Fruit of the Spirit that will produce godly character. I love good fruit in season and out of season. Fruit the Holy Spirit will help us produce can’t be bought at the fruit market, though. Galatians 2:22-23 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” Everyone enjoys this type of fruit. The Holy Spirit will even fill believers with everlasting joy. According to Romans 14:17 which says, “For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.”
The Holy Spirit will enable us to have a deeper relationship with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 13:14 says, “Finally, brethren, be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the saints salute you. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.”
He will empower our prayer life which deepens our connection with God according to Jude 1:20. He will reveal hidden things giving us insight into spiritual matters according to 1 Corinthians 2:9-10. The Holy Spirit provides spiritual discernment helping us to distinguish truth from deception in 1 John.
John 4:24 says the Holy Spirt will lead us in the true worship of God. He will bring unity in the body of Christ. Oh, what fellowship divine, leaning on the everlasting arms of Jesus!
We need the leading and guidance of the Holy Spirit more than ever in our Christian walk. If you are living without Him then you are missing out on the good things the Lord has for you. Make a commitment to Jesus today and ask the Holy Spirit to lead and guide you in all truth and he will. Look for wonderful changes in your life as you allow Him to take the reins! Amen! So be it!
JOYFUL House of Prayer, 2519 Quicksand Road, (P.O. Box 856), Jackson, Kentucky 41339. Send Comments/Prayer Requests: Pastornaomi4god@gmail.com. FB: JoyfulHoprayer. Services: 10am Sunday and Joyful Kids Class at 10:30am, 6:30pm Thursdays. Radio Broadcast: WJSN 97.3 FM & WEKG 81.0 AM Sundays 1-2pm.
