Our Defendant
John 16:7-8 (NKJV)
"Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you. And when He has come, He will convict the world of sin…"
In a courtroom, the defendant relies on their defense attorney to advocate on their behalf, presenting evidence and arguments that challenge the accusations brought against them. In our spiritual lives, the Holy Spirit serves as our defense attorney, not by trying to prove our innocence but by leading us to the truth of our guilt and our need for a Savior. The Holy Spirit’s role is to convict us of sin, guiding us toward repentance and reconciliation with God.
Unlike an earthly defense attorney, who seeks to prove innocence, the Holy Spirit helps us see the reality of our sinfulness. This conviction is not meant to condemn us but to bring us to a place of humility and repentance, where we can receive the grace and forgiveness that God freely offers. When we admit our guilt and confess our sins, the Holy Spirit points us to Jesus, whose sacrifice on the cross has already paid the penalty for our sins.
This realization should inspire us to be witnesses. We are not called to convict others—that’s the Holy Spirit’s work. Instead, we are called to testify to the grace that we have received, sharing our stories of redemption and pointing others to the same Savior who has set us free.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for convicting us of our sins and leading us to the truth of God’s grace. Help us to be faithful witnesses, sharing the good news of salvation with others. Guide us in love and humility as we testify to Your goodness. Amen.
"Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you. And when He has come, He will convict the world of sin…"
In a courtroom, the defendant relies on their defense attorney to advocate on their behalf, presenting evidence and arguments that challenge the accusations brought against them. In our spiritual lives, the Holy Spirit serves as our defense attorney, not by trying to prove our innocence but by leading us to the truth of our guilt and our need for a Savior. The Holy Spirit’s role is to convict us of sin, guiding us toward repentance and reconciliation with God.
Unlike an earthly defense attorney, who seeks to prove innocence, the Holy Spirit helps us see the reality of our sinfulness. This conviction is not meant to condemn us but to bring us to a place of humility and repentance, where we can receive the grace and forgiveness that God freely offers. When we admit our guilt and confess our sins, the Holy Spirit points us to Jesus, whose sacrifice on the cross has already paid the penalty for our sins.
This realization should inspire us to be witnesses. We are not called to convict others—that’s the Holy Spirit’s work. Instead, we are called to testify to the grace that we have received, sharing our stories of redemption and pointing others to the same Savior who has set us free.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for convicting us of our sins and leading us to the truth of God’s grace. Help us to be faithful witnesses, sharing the good news of salvation with others. Guide us in love and humility as we testify to Your goodness. Amen.
No Comments