Heralds Digest

  “ These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” John 16 : 33 KJV Just as the quality of preservatives is known in the coven of corrosion and corruption, the gift of peace is appreciated in moments of trials and tribulations. The evidence of God’s abiding presence is believers’ calmness and comportment in the midst of chaos and controversies. Unlike the propensity of prosperity, power, and position with agitation and anxiety at every outburst of emergencies, peace removes fear from the affairs of the righteous and places it at the doorsteps of the wicked. For example, even when David was surrounded by the envious king Saul and his enchanting servants, who were constantly plotting for the destruction of the anointed of the Lord, the preserving peace on David brought him wise comportment in all his engagements. The secret of every believer’s preservatives is found in “ ...

  “ However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you. ” John ­16:13-14 ­NKJV While Jesus was holding brief for the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of truth, we know that Jesus is the truth personified. Also, it is necessary to note that the most important assignment of the hour was His crucifixion, and it was time for Him to leave the disciples for the consummation of the redemption plan. Notwithstanding, the Helper (Holy Spirit) remains the perfect Connector and Comforter of all believers with the true testimony: the name of Jesus holds all power, all authority, and all wisdom. Everyone who truly knows the name has been triumphant in the battles of life. Even in the Old Testament, it is incredible to underscore how David connected with the true testimony about t...