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
