The Holy Spirit will teach us what to say

The Holy Spirit will teach us what to say

By REV. FR. SAMUEL FREDERICK

Rom. 4:13.16-18, Lk. 12:8-12. In today's first reading, Paul invites us to imitate the example of Abraham and Sarah's hope, so that the Lord may turn our barren existence into a fruitful future. Abraham never witnessed how marvellous the promised land would be, his only son Isaac was the channel of hope towards the future. His faith reached beyond his death to a people yet to come. For this reason, in today's Gospel, Jesus appeals to the example of Abraham for belief in the resurrection. Believers in Jesus must not say a word against the Holy Spirit, who is God’s inspiring presence with us. We have a promise from Jesus that at any moment of crisis, the Spirit will teach us what needs to be said. Those who acknowledge their relationship with Jesus will be recognised in Heaven. 

Jesus also speaks about the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the disciples. Those who refuse the gifts of the Holy Spirit and blaspheme the Holy Spirit and continue to remain in a position contrary to the working of the Holy Spirit commit an unforgivable sin. Yet those who allow the Spirit to work in their lives will be given the words to speak when the time comes to proclaim their allegiance to our Lord Jesus. When we have to give a defense of our faith, the key is to hold on to God, not to worry about what we will say. The Holy Spirit knows what we need to say and will teach us the proper words in that moment. Living life as a gift from God can be a real challenge but when faced with difficulties, the Holy Spirit will teach us what to say.

May the Lord be our strength and guide, empower us to walk in His path, so that we may open the eyes of the blind, proclaim the word of light and reap together the harvest of life! Amen!! Good morning and happy weekend!!!

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