John 16:5-11
Jesus said to his disciples: "Now I am going to the one who sent me, and not one of you asks me, 'Where are you going?' But because I told you this, grief has filled your hearts. But I tell you the truth, it is better for you that I go. For if I do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. And when he comes he will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and condemnation: sin, because they do not believe in me; righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will no longer see me; condemnation, because the ruler of this world has been condemned."
Dawg's thought:
Today's prayer intention is for those affected by the tornado in Virginia.
"These verses illustrate the forensic character of the Paraclete's role: in the forum of the disciples' conscience he prosecutes the world. He leads believers to see (a) that the basic sin was and is refusal to believe in Jesus; (b) that, although Jesus was found guilty and apparently died in disgrace, in reality righteousness has triumphed, for Jesus has returned to his Father; (c) finally, that it is the ruler of this world, Satan, who has been condemned through Jesus' death" - NAB Commentary
The joy of reading scripture is seeing how God reveals Himself through it. As I was reading through today's reading, I was once again reminded of the sacrifice of Christ so that we may be holy and be with Him. Where would we be without the Holy Spirit, especially in light of reviewing His role?
Whatever grief you are holding onto at this time, remember the disciples' grief, and rejoice for God is longing to reveal Himself to you, even through your despair. Take care and God Bless.
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