Thursday, November 15, 2007

"Look! I am with you all the days until the conclusion of the system of things."
Matthew 28:20

How is Jesus Christ with his followers in this time of the conclusion of the system of things? “The helper, the holy spirit, which the Father will send in my name,” said Jesus, “that one will teach you all things and bring back to your minds all the things I told you.” (John 14:26) The holy spirit, sent in Jesus’ name, guides and strengthens us today. It enlightens us spiritually and helps us to understand “even the deep things of God.” (1 Cor. 2:10) Moreover, the godly qualities of “love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faith, mildness, self-control” are “the fruitage of the spirit.” (Gal. 5:22, 23) With the help of the holy spirit, we can cultivate these qualities. And holy spirit also helps us to endure temptations and trials.—1 Cor. 10:13; 2 Cor. 4:7; Phil. 4:13. w 9/15/05 5-7a