Another Promise Fulfilled

Many years ago, I was in charge of planning a birthday party. At that time, I was so busy and barely had time for myself but I truly wanted to do this party up big and promised that it would be done. Time flew by and much of what needed to be done had been taken care of but there were still a few who kept on top of me asking if I had forgotten or if I was going to screw it up. My word is my bond and if I say it will be done, it is as good as done. The day came for the big party and everything, well almost everything, went off as planned. The one thing that was out of my control, that is the person who was the object of the party, decided to have a nap and almost missed the celebration. His decision almost cost him but in the end, he answered his phone, got off the couch and made it to the party only a couple minutes late.

“If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. John 14:15-17 NIV

Jesus has been with the disciples for three years, teaching them and showing them the love of God. He has promised them so much and yet they still question him.

“How do we know these things?” or “Lord, show us the Father so that we will know”. Christ has shown them the way, He has given them the direction and still they want to know who, what, where, when and how. “Show me the holes in your wrists and side, then I shall believe!” Let me finish up verse 17 from John 14:

“The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.”

The world will be napping, not believing the Truth. They will question and they will doubt but there is time for the Holy Spirit is with us all to the end, in other words, forever. For the next few weeks until Pentecost, we are going to delve into the importance of Holy Spirit in our daily lives, answer some of the questions and maybe this will be the wakeup call for those who are taking a nap. This celebration is for everyone – are we ready?

This Sunday, we invite you to join us either in person or online as we celebrate the love and joy of our Saviour and King. Services start at 10:30 MST and can be seen live on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MainAvenueFellowship/) or viewed afterwards on our website (www.mainavefellowship.blogspot.ca).

Blessings
Pastor Todd