25 “All this I have spoken while still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.“

John 14:25-27

Questions for Reflection:

As you consider your own life today, in all it's realness, what is a situation or challenge where you could use an Advocate - someone to come alongside you to help?

In your mind, what is one big difference in the Peace that Jesus gives and the peace that the world gives or tries to give? How is this difference encouraging to you today?

Prayer of the Week:

Holy Spirit, thank you for coming. I love You, I worship You, I trust You. I praise and thank You for enabling me to believe and live, in Jesus name!

I now receive all the work and triumph in Pentecost through which You have come. You have clothed me with power from on high. You have sealed me in Christ, become my union with the Father and the Son, the Spirit of truth in me, the life of God in me, my counselor, comforter, healer, strength, and guide. (You may pray here about specific needs today for the Spirit’s counsel, comfort, strength, healing and guidance.)

I honor You as Lord, and I fully give to You every aspect and dimension of my spirit, soul, body, heart, mind, and will—to be filled with You, to walk in step with You in all things. Fill me afresh, Holy Spirit. (Slowly repeat this phrase a couple of times, pausing to simply receive Him)

Restore my union with the Father and the Son. Lead me into all truth, anoint me for all of my life and walk and calling, and lead me deeper into Jesus today. I receive You with thanks, and I give You total claim to my life. In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

Amen