May 6, 2026
Where True Joys are Found - Part 3
John 16:8-11
05/06/2026
8 And when he comes, he will convict the world
concerning sin and righteousness and judgment:
9 concerning sin, because they do not believe in me;
10 concerning righteousness, because I go to the
Father, and you will see me no longer;
11 concerning judgment, because the ruler of this
world is judged. (ESV)
On Sunday we prayed:
O God, You make the minds of Your faithful to be of one
will. Grant that we may love what You have commanded
and desire what You promise, that among the many
changes of this world our hearts may be fixed where
true joys are found.
The Holy Spirit calls all Christians to trust in Christ
Jesus, that our salvation from sin, death, and the power of the
devil is given to us, not because of our works, but because of
God's rich love. As we trust in Christ Jesus, we desire to do
God's holy will, for His Law is given out of love for our
benefit. We long for our heavenly home, which is promised to
those who do not reject the good news of God's grace.
Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit. He explained:
And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning
sin and righteousness and judgment: concerning sin,
because they do not believe in me; concerning
righteousness, because I go to the Father, and you will
see me no longer; concerning judgment, because the
ruler of this world is judged.
Faithful Christians are not surprised that the devil, the
world, and even our own sinful flesh conspire to hide the good
news of salvation for the sake of Christ. The Holy Spirit
convicts us of sin, not to condemn us, but to convince us that
our only hope is found in Christ Jesus. If we confess our sins,
God forgives us our sins and cleanses us from all
unrighteousness.
May our Lord grant us faith to hear the message of the Holy
Spirit, to learn of God's rich love and favor. Amen.