John 14:17

"I will pray to the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, that he may be with you forever:"

Key Reflection

In John 14:17, Jesus reassures his disciples by promising them the Holy Spirit as their permanent guide and comforter after he has ascended to the Father. This promise is significant because it contrasts with the temporary nature of physical presence; while Jesus will no longer be physically with them, the Holy Spirit would remain, offering ongoing guidance and companionship, ensuring that they are not left in darkness or confusion about their faith journey.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 17. The Spirit of truth. He is thus called here because he would teach them the truth, or would guide them into all truth, Joh 16:13. He would keep them from all error, and teach them the truth, which, either by writing or preaching, they were to communicate to others. The world. The term world is often used to denote all who are entirely under the influence of the things of this world --pride, ambition, and pleasure; all who are not Christians, and especially all who are addicted to gross vices and pursuits, 1 Co 1:21; 11:32; Joh 12:31; 2 Co 4:4. Cannot receive. Cannot admit as a teacher or comforter, or cannot receive in his offices of enlightening and purifying.

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