February 16 – THE ANSWERS

 But the one who the Father is sending to be your constant help, advocate, and counselor; the Holy Spirit, is coming to continue my work in you. He will teach you everything… (John 14:26)

                How do you respond to a question, objection, or complaint? What do you do when you don’t know the answer, especially when it is critical that you get it right. Where do you go when you don’t know? Is the Holy Spirit – who lives in you – the source of your everything? You may object, “The Bible talks about wisdom coming from the counsel of many.” You may think, “God gave me eyes to read, a brain to think, and emotions to guide my heart.”

               David observed, “It is better to trust in the Lord than in people. (Psalm 118:8)” Solomon said, “Trust God with your whole heart; not your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5).” Jesus said, “I am truth. (John 14:6)” It is easy to see the disciples could turn to Jesus and ask Him about any question that arose. In this passage, Jesus explains that the Holy Spirit fills that role of being present and available, and will be the Truth who will teach you everything.

There is no doubt, that God teaches through your experiences and your relationships. But, in the end, He should be the source for your final anser.