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How did Jesus say the Spirit works in us?
Jesus promises to send another counselor, another comforter. In the Greek text, that word “another” is of special significance (John 14:16). It’s not used to compare two different objectsthat are unlike in object and quality. Rather, it compares two different objects that are alike in quality, but are unlike in object, like comparing the Son with the Father. So you’re talking abouta different person here, but in quality of life He has everything you’ve already seen in Jesus—the same holiness, the same power, the same love. Everything you’ve learned in Jesus is now true ofthe Holy Spirit who will be with you, never leaving or forsaking you.In giving the final command to make disciples, Jesus makes that promise: “I’ll be with you always, even unto the end of the age.” I believe that is the greatest promise in the Bible. It’s theonly way we can fulfill all the other principles, because this promise is super-human! The Spirit of Jesus Christ in these unworthy fallen vessels is recreating the ministry of Christ in us. He’s breathing His life into us but also helping us fulfill His ministry. That’s the secret of discipleship because the Spirit of God is doing it. (Robert Coleman)