He said, “Oh, don’t make me wait! God has worked everything out so well—send me off to my master.”
JOHN 16:7 (ABP)
I assure you that it is actually to your advantage if I leave. The Companion, that is the Holy Spirit, will take my place when I return to the Father. Once I go, I'll send him to you.
THE ESSENCE
God has been working things out through the comings and goings of people. How much more so with the departure of Jesus and the coming of the Spirit to reside in the church.
DAILY FODDER
Why does Jesus think that his church will be better off without his physical presence? Is the Spirit better than Jesus?
PRAYER
Jesus, we’re grateful that you never leave or turn your back on us. Help us to grasp onto the gift of the Holy Spirit, who continues your divine presence among us. Lead us, guide us, and empower us to live out our calling to follow you. Thank you for sending the Spirit. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
