But
when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative—that is, the Holy
Spirit—he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have
told you. John 14:26
Advocate. Just what is an advocate…or maybe we should ask who is an advocate? According to
Merriam-Webster dictionary, an advocate is one who pleads the cause of another.
Most often I think of a guardian ad Litem who represents the best interests of
children in a courtroom. The person is appointed by the court from a special
advocate program. A couple of my friends have served as guardian ad Litem and
expressed that it an honor to represent little children…to stand up for their
rights…and it is humbling to serve in the court system.
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| Heavenly Sunset - near Omaha, Nebraska Is our Advocate speaking to the Father for us even now? |
One day some parents brought their little children
to Jesus so he could touch and bless them. But when the disciples saw this,
they scolded the parents for bothering him. Then Jesus called for the children
and said to the disciples, "Let the children come to me. Don't stop them!
For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children. I tell you
the truth, anyone who doesn't receive the Kingdom of God like a child will
never enter it." Luke 18:15-17
I think Jesus
was indicating that adults need to be trusting, eager to learn and willing to
be obedient like little children try to be…sometimes. We need an Advocate who
has our best interests at heart…that is the Holy Spirit.
Prayer~
Lord Jesus, Thank You for Your obedience and sacrifice that we might have
eternal life with You. Thank You, Heavenly Father…for Your miraculous plan for
our salvation and for the Holy Spirit who is our Advocate. I praise You,
Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Daily
Bible Reading: Proverbs 1-3
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