“And when (the Holy Spirit) comes, He will convict the world concerning sin, and righteousness, and judgment.”
We know the Holy Spirit convicts Christians of their sins and the need to get right with God.
Remember, this isn’t done out of God’s desire to judge and condemn but out of His great love for each of us.
(Jesus) came that they may have life and have it abundantly.
But what I find the most amazing is that the Holy Spirit convicts everyone, even those who are not believers.
Did you know that?
You might be a faith-skeptic or even completely disinterested in all things God, yet the Holy Spirit has somehow led you to this particular daily devotional.
John 16:8, today’s Scripture reference, states the Holy Spirit will convict the world.
That means all of us, my friend.
For some of us, the moment we discover the overwhelming power of God’s love through Jesus Christ our hearts are awakened to the need to surrender all to God. And when it occurs, it’s the most important decision in a person’s life.
Why?
Because it’s a decision to choose God’s way rather than our own way.
The Holy Spirit may convict us and draw us in, but it’s ultimately a personal decision we each must make whether or not to give our lives to God through the person of Jesus Christ. And when we do, the Holy Spirit will dwell within each of us, giving us this inner desire to walk in obedience to God’s will.
It all comes back to God’s love. God first loved us through Jesus Christ, and because of that love, He offers us a way to walk in forgiveness and obedience with His will. Thanks to the Holy Spirit, we can be confident that we never walk this faith journey alone.
So, what about you?
Have you felt the conviction of the Holy Spirit?
Have you responded to the incredible gift of love God offers?
Written by Bryant Wright, Founder, RFTH
DIG DEEPER
Read “A Complete Picture of the Holy Spirit” also by Bryant Wright
