A Helper Forever
Angela Cox
“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” John 14:16
Jesus promises the Holy Spirit. I love, in this portion of Scripture, how reassuring Jesus’ love is for us. With the simple truths of our obedience, He promises our salvation. What a loving Father! Enjoy these words again, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” The word “Helper” can be translated as a “comforter” or “advocate.” Here, Jesus is explaining that He will be our helper.
I grew up in the church and remember very clear moments in Sunday School being asked to accept Jesus into my heart. I am positive I did this several times throughout my childhood. However, I can recall the moment it felt like a life change. I can recall when I knew this “Helper” was truly in my heart. This is such a beautiful transformation; because not only is Jesus explaining that our obedience leads to salvation, but this “Helper” in our hearts can be seen by many people. Can you think back and remember the song, “This Little Light of Mine?” This is what He means! He is the comforter, the advocate, and the helper in times of need. The Father promises this forever. Through this promise, comes great light and love that we get to use in our daily walks through life.
When I was about 18 years old, I was shopping at a local Meijer. Someone I knew had spotted me and came over to greet me. They proceeded to ask me if I knew Jesus. I replied, “Yes,” and they responded with, “I could tell, you just have a glow around you.” Friends, I cannot stress enough how much this Scripture really means to me. Knowing the love of our Father and how He is reassuring us that He is in our hearts. The truth of it is deeper than the protection and comfort from Him, it is a life change that many can see. Like the good Father He is, He uses that change for His good.
Angela Cox
“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” John 14:16
Jesus promises the Holy Spirit. I love, in this portion of Scripture, how reassuring Jesus’ love is for us. With the simple truths of our obedience, He promises our salvation. What a loving Father! Enjoy these words again, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” The word “Helper” can be translated as a “comforter” or “advocate.” Here, Jesus is explaining that He will be our helper.
I grew up in the church and remember very clear moments in Sunday School being asked to accept Jesus into my heart. I am positive I did this several times throughout my childhood. However, I can recall the moment it felt like a life change. I can recall when I knew this “Helper” was truly in my heart. This is such a beautiful transformation; because not only is Jesus explaining that our obedience leads to salvation, but this “Helper” in our hearts can be seen by many people. Can you think back and remember the song, “This Little Light of Mine?” This is what He means! He is the comforter, the advocate, and the helper in times of need. The Father promises this forever. Through this promise, comes great light and love that we get to use in our daily walks through life.
When I was about 18 years old, I was shopping at a local Meijer. Someone I knew had spotted me and came over to greet me. They proceeded to ask me if I knew Jesus. I replied, “Yes,” and they responded with, “I could tell, you just have a glow around you.” Friends, I cannot stress enough how much this Scripture really means to me. Knowing the love of our Father and how He is reassuring us that He is in our hearts. The truth of it is deeper than the protection and comfort from Him, it is a life change that many can see. Like the good Father He is, He uses that change for His good.
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