Guided by the Spirit of Truth
05/17/2025
“But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.”
- John 16:13 (NIV)
In this moment with His disciples, Jesus was preparing them for life without His physical presence. He was speaking of the Holy Spirit, the One who would come after His ascension to guide, teach, and comfort. And what a powerful promise He gives, “He will guide you into all the truth.”
We live in an age overflowing with information, opinions, and noise. With one click or swipe, we can access thousands of voices telling us what is right, what is true, and how we should live. Yet in the chaos, Jesus promises us something far better than mere facts, He gives us a Guide who leads us to truth.
The Holy Spirit doesn’t just point out truth; He walks with us into it. Like a trusted guide on a mountain path, the Spirit leads us step by step, often not showing us the whole trail ahead, but always enough light for the next step.
I remember a time when I was struggling to make a major decision, whether to stay in a job that paid well but I was asked to do something unethical, or to step into a season of faith and trust. A few days later, a man came up to me at church and said that God has released me from that place. While the Spirit kept leading me to trust, not a specific plan, I walked in obedience and the path became clear. That’s what the Spirit does. He speaks what He hears from the Father and Son, not giving us confusion or condemnation, but clarity and peace.
And here’s the amazing part: the Spirit also “will tell you what is yet to come.” This doesn’t mean fortune-telling or predicting every detail of the future. It means the Spirit prepares our hearts for what lies ahead, strengthening us for trials, opening our eyes to opportunities, and aligning our hopes with God’s eternal promises.
Here are some things you can do to help you on your journey.
Begin your day by asking the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts and choices.
Spend 10 minutes in silence, just listening after you pray.
When faced with a difficult decision today, pause and ask, “Spirit of Truth, what are You saying in this moment?”
Reflect on times in the past when you sensed the Spirit’s guidance and journal what you learned.
Trust the Spirit’s voice more than your own instincts. Instead of rushing a decision or reacting in fear, take a moment and invite the Spirit of Truth to lead. He never speaks on His own, He speaks from the heart of God, directly to yours.
Holy Spirit, thank You for being my guide. In a world full of noise and half-truths, help me listen for Your still, small voice. Lead me into the truth of who God is and who I am in Him. I surrender my agenda, my fears, and my uncertainty to You today. Speak to me, shape me, and show me what lies ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
“But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.”
- John 16:13 (NIV)
In this moment with His disciples, Jesus was preparing them for life without His physical presence. He was speaking of the Holy Spirit, the One who would come after His ascension to guide, teach, and comfort. And what a powerful promise He gives, “He will guide you into all the truth.”
We live in an age overflowing with information, opinions, and noise. With one click or swipe, we can access thousands of voices telling us what is right, what is true, and how we should live. Yet in the chaos, Jesus promises us something far better than mere facts, He gives us a Guide who leads us to truth.
The Holy Spirit doesn’t just point out truth; He walks with us into it. Like a trusted guide on a mountain path, the Spirit leads us step by step, often not showing us the whole trail ahead, but always enough light for the next step.
I remember a time when I was struggling to make a major decision, whether to stay in a job that paid well but I was asked to do something unethical, or to step into a season of faith and trust. A few days later, a man came up to me at church and said that God has released me from that place. While the Spirit kept leading me to trust, not a specific plan, I walked in obedience and the path became clear. That’s what the Spirit does. He speaks what He hears from the Father and Son, not giving us confusion or condemnation, but clarity and peace.
And here’s the amazing part: the Spirit also “will tell you what is yet to come.” This doesn’t mean fortune-telling or predicting every detail of the future. It means the Spirit prepares our hearts for what lies ahead, strengthening us for trials, opening our eyes to opportunities, and aligning our hopes with God’s eternal promises.
Here are some things you can do to help you on your journey.
Begin your day by asking the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts and choices.
Spend 10 minutes in silence, just listening after you pray.
When faced with a difficult decision today, pause and ask, “Spirit of Truth, what are You saying in this moment?”
Reflect on times in the past when you sensed the Spirit’s guidance and journal what you learned.
Trust the Spirit’s voice more than your own instincts. Instead of rushing a decision or reacting in fear, take a moment and invite the Spirit of Truth to lead. He never speaks on His own, He speaks from the heart of God, directly to yours.
Holy Spirit, thank You for being my guide. In a world full of noise and half-truths, help me listen for Your still, small voice. Lead me into the truth of who God is and who I am in Him. I surrender my agenda, my fears, and my uncertainty to You today. Speak to me, shape me, and show me what lies ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
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