Daily Verse
May 20, 2026
John 14:16-17 ESV
And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.
In John 14:16–17, Jesus comforts His disciples with a powerful promise: though He is preparing to leave physically, they will not be left alone. He promises “another Helper” — the Holy Spirit — who will be with them forever. This reveals God’s deep care for His people. The Spirit is not temporary help for difficult moments but God’s continual presence, guiding, comforting, convicting, and strengthening believers in everyday life.
For believers today, this passage is a reminder that we never walk through life alone. In seasons of uncertainty, temptation, or discouragement, the Holy Spirit dwells within us, helping us discern truth and live faithfully. Rather than relying solely on our own wisdom or strength, we are invited to daily depend on God’s presence, trusting that He is actively at work in us and with us.