Jack Hibbs : LIFT Daily Prayer: The Spirit of Truth

Guided by the Spirit of Truth: Trusting God When You Don’t Understand

There are moments in life when our hearts feel heavy, when we long for answers we simply can’t bear yet. Even the disciples once stood in that same place. In John 16:12–13, Jesus told them, “I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth.”

Before returning to heaven, Jesus comforted His followers with this promise — that they wouldn’t be left alone. He was sending the Holy Spirit, not as a force, but as a person, a friend, and as God Himself dwelling within us. When Jesus said, “He will guide you into all truth,” He was assuring us that what we don’t yet understand will be revealed in His time, through His Spirit.

Many of us today need that same reminder. The world is becoming more difficult, and our hearts are often troubled by uncertainty. Yet Jesus’ words still stand strong: Don’t worry. The Spirit of truth will guide you. We have a friend in heaven — and a friend living within us.

So this morning, let’s pray:

Father God,
We lift our hearts to You in gratitude. You are worthy of our praise, our worship, our every breath. Thank You for sending Your Holy Spirit — our comforter, our guide, our truth. Even when we don’t understand what You’re doing, help us to trust that You are leading us.

Lord, in a world filled with confusion, let Your Spirit steady our hearts. Teach us to listen when You whisper. Strengthen us for the days ahead. Remind us that You have already prepared the way — that You have gone before us and promised to stay with us until the very end.

And when fear or doubt tries to take hold, may we remember that Your Spirit lives in us. We are never alone. Not for one moment.

We place all our needs and worries before You today. Protect us, guide us, and fill us with peace. Whether in life or in death, we belong to You — and that is our victory.

In Jesus’ name,
Amen.