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Let the relationship begin!

The Lord Jesus told His disciples that it was advantageous for Him to go back to The Father because the Comforter, the Holy Spirit would then come and dwell within them, teach them the truth, encourage, them, and reveal the will of the Father to them. The word Comforter in the original language means: Counselor, Helper, Advocate, Intercessor, Strengthener, and Standby. Wow, by His grace, the Holy Spirit now dwells within us and is all that in our lives (John 16:7). The more we look to our problems and issues, the less we allow the Holy Spirit to be our comforter. However, when we decide to strengthen our relationship with Him, He will reveal His love  to us in all of these various manifestations (Comforter, Counselor, Helper, Advocate, Intercessor, Strengthener, and Standby). Decide today to shift your focus to the One who dwells within you. There is so much He wants to teach you. Let the relationship begin!

John 16:7 “However, I am telling you nothing but the truth when I say it is profitable (good, expedient, advantageous) for you that I go away. Because if I do not go away, the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Advocate, Intercessor, Strengthener, Standby) will not come to you [into close fellowship with you]; but if I go away, I will send Him to you [to be in close fellowship with you].

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Did you know that you are already commissioned?

Most Christians struggle with the aspect of spiritual authority, so they will pray without any real confidence. Their faith is also weak and filled with uncertainty. This is happening because many do not know the authority that the Lord Jesus gave us. In John 17:18 (TPT), He said this: “I have commissioned them to represent me just as you commissioned me to represent you.” The term “commissioned” means: “an authorization or to act in a prescribed manner or to perform prescribed acts; authority to act for, in behalf of, or in place of another” (Merriam Webster). Note in the original language, Jesus used the term “commissioned.” He commissioned us just as the Father commissioned Him. That is true authority given from our Lord Himself. We stand in a place of power to make a difference in this world. Jesus’ last request before He went back to the Father is found in Matthew 28:18 -20 (TPT): “Then Jesus came close to them and said, “All the authority of the universe has been given to me. Now go in my authority and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. And teach them to faithfully follow all that I have commanded you. And never forget that I am with you every day, even to the completion of this age.” Jesus said “go in His authority.” Let that sink in your spirit today. You are not just a mere human being. You are a partner and co-laborer with the creator of heaven and earth, and you have a mandate to disciple others. Your authority is recognized in heaven and earth. Today, be freed and released from any hopelessness and despair. Get excited because God has equipped and empowered you to be His ambassador on this earth. Go and be who God called you to be!

John 17:18 (TPT) “I have commissioned them to represent me just as you commissioned me to represent you.”