John 14:16
As Jesus neared the end of his earthly ministry, He gave the disciples an essential gift that was to guide them in their work for the Lord. As He was going to leave, He knew the future gospel workers needed another comforter who would work as His representative on earth and be a guide to the disciples.
The disciples who had been in the company of Christ were in need of the Spirit so even more so are we as we further the work of the gospel. The Holy Spirit is to be given to all who submit themselves fully to the will of God.
Luke 4:18,19
Jesus, our example, was constantly guided by the Spirit of the Lord. in Luke 4:18, Jesus clearly outlines the way his activities were Spirit-directed. His ministry was manifestation of the guidance of the Spirit. Here we also see thw types of activities we are to expect when the Spirit guides us:
1. Preach the gospel
2. Heal the brokenhearted
3. Preach the year of the Lord
4. Give sight to the blind
5. Preach deliverance to captives
6. Liberate the bruised
Hebrews 9:14 shows how Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice of death for our sins was done through the Spirit. This shows how truly empowering the Spirit is if we surrender ourselves for it to work through us.
We are to daily commit our lives and ask for the Holy Spirit. Only through the Holy Spirit can we truly live lives that fully reflect the glory of the Lord.
Rufaro Chikari