“The Spirit, we might say, is the matchmaker, the celestial marriage broker, whose role it is to bring us and Christ together and ensure that we stay together.
As the second Paraclete, the Spirit leads us constantly to the original Paraclete, who himself draws near through the second Paraclete’s coming to us (John 14:8). Thus, by enabling us to discern the first Paraclete, and by moving us to stretch out our hands to him as he comes from his throne to meet us, the Holy Spirit glorifies Christ, according to Christ’s own word.”
- J.I. Packer, Keep in Step with the Spirit (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2005), 57 – 58.
I usually view your blog through a RSS feed so don’t often come to the site. Today I had to come to look up what Paraclete meant – so I wanted to take this opportunity to THANK YOU for your work. Every morning I look forward to the quote. I often print them out and meditate on them throughout the day or sometimes the week. Several are tucked in my Bible to reread during devotions. I’ve also forwarded many to friends and shared them in Bible studies. Thank you for this ministry and the faithful posting of gospel saturated quotes. May God bless you as you continue to share this good news!
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