Meditate On
But the Helper, the Holy Spirit…
John 14:26
The
Voice Of The Comforter
Have you ever mistaken voices of criticism
of yourself for the voice of God pointing out your weaknesses?
My friend, I want you to know right now
that that critical, judgmental and condemning voice is not God’s voice! God
isn’t a faultfinder who lives in you by His Spirit to highlight and nag all day
long about your imperfections. No, He is in you to encourage you, strengthen
you, love you and point out all the things that are right about you because you
are in Christ Jesus, the altogether lovely one. As Jesus is, so are you in this
world (1 John 4:17)!
The one who condemns and makes you feel
filthy and unworthy of God’s love and blessings is the devil, the accuser of
our brethren (Revelation 12:10). But the warm, friendly voice on the inside
that lifts you up and cheers you on when you are discouraged and downcast is
that of the Holy Spirit. That’s why Jesus described Him as the “Comforter” or
“Helper” (John 14:26, KJV, NKJV). He’s in you to comfort you, encourage you,
and remind you that you are still the righteousness of God in Christ. He is
there to lift you up and help you!
So beloved, learn to listen for the warm,
friendly voice of the Holy Spirit your helper. Let Him encourage, strengthen
and empower you to reign over all your weaknesses!
BLESSINGS
JOSEPH PRINCE
