When He, the Spirit of the truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. John 16:13
The Lord God Almight does a marvelous service for us! He does what no other religion or religious leader can do. What is it that He does? He, by the mighty work of the third Person of the Godhead, indwells and fills every child of His. Everyone who has given his or her life to Jesus receives God the Father's and Jesus' presence through the Holy Spirit.
This is why Jesus told His disciples, "It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you" (John 16:7). This is amazing! The Holy Spirit encourages and leads us. Rather than simply accompanying us physically, He indwells us and guides us. The Lord keeps His promise to direct our paths. The Spirit helps us understand, know, and execute God's will.
It is just as if Jesus were by our side. Because the Spirit dwells in us, however, it is better still. The Spirit who does all things in counsel with God the Father and Jesus the Son guides us on a daily basis.
Today we rejoice in the fabulous, wonderful ministry of the Holy Spirit. May we be so attuned to His will and purpose that we do not miss His plan and remain fit vessels for His service and use.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the wonderful ministry of the Holy Spirit. Thank You for being gracious God who knew my needs and met them before I was even aware of them. Through the Holy Spirit, You guide my life. May He have full control over all that I say and do. Thank You for this most remarkable gift! May I know His fullness and His leadership as I step into today's activities and challenges. I honor You in Jesus' name. Amen.