Verse
[Jesus said,] “If you love me, show it by doing what I’ve told you. I will talk to the Father, and he’ll provide you another Friend so that you will always have someone with you.”
Thought
Love is shown by the actions that back up a person’s words. We show our love for Jesus by what we do, especially by obeying what he has taught us. Jesus, however, doesn’t expect this demonstrated love to be a one way street. He shows us his love for us by having the Father send another Friend like himself to us. This Friend is called the Advocate or Comforter or Helper in other translations. The Father sends this Friend so that we will never be alone. We can be confident that we will always have the presence of God in our lives!
Prayer
Father, words can’t express my thanks for the gift of the Holy Spirit. I know that even when I am by myself, that I am not alone. I know that when earthly friends forsake or those close to me betray me that your Presence is my Helper and my Friend. Thank you. Please forgive me for not seeking this Friend’s help and support in times of trouble. Please make the presence of this Friend very clear as I live my daily life. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
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