_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome_
_Wednesday, June 3rd 2026_
*THE FATHER IN YOU*
_(The Holy Spirit Within You Is Your Advantage)_
*TO THE BIBLE:*
*Acts 1:8 NIV*
_“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”_
*LET’S TALK*
*“Ugh… I studied so hard, but this subject is still confusing,”* David sighed.
Sarah smiled and said, *“Before I started reading, I prayed and asked the Holy Spirit to help me. Suddenly, everything made sense.”*
David looked surprised. *“Wait… you mean God can actually help with stuff like schoolwork too?”* Sarah nodded. *“Of course. He lives in us. That’s our advantage.”*
Yes, the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of power. When He came to live in you, He brought the dynamic ability to cause changes. That power is not dormant; it’s stirred through prayer, faith, and bold confessions of the Word. He’s also the Spirit of revelation. He unveils mysteries and brings divine insight to your spirit. He’s the advantage within you.
Through Him, you understand things others can’t grasp. It’s part of the blessings and benefits of praying in the Spirit. When you spend time praying in the Spirit, the wisdom of God rises within you, and answers flood your spirit. Your spirit is enlightened with innovations and solutions, even for your schoolwork, friendships, and personal decisions.
Every time you face a challenge, remember that the Holy Spirit is the advantage within you. Depend on Him for direction, solutions and strength, whether you’re preparing for exams, making choices, or dealing with peer pressure. As you yield to Him and fellowship with Him, His glory manifests in and around you. He’ll talk with you, walk with you, and reveal God’s heart to you always. You’ll never walk in confusion or fear because His presence provides direction and assurance, even when you’re unsure about your future or feeling overwhelmed.
Additionally, the Holy Spirit is the Father at work in you. Through His ministry, you can do the impossible and work the miraculous, at any age and stage in life. Make time each day to commune with Him; speak to Him from your heart, and listen for His voice in your spirit, just like talking to a close and trusted friend. Acknowledge Him in all that you do, and you’ll always walk in victory.
*GO DEEPER*
*John 14:26* But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
*Romans 8:14* For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
*Ephesians 3:14-16* For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, *15* Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, *16* That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;
*PRAY*
_Dear Father, I thank you for the fellowship and partnership of the Holy Spirit in my life. I cherish His divine presence and person in me; He’s my guide, my comforter and my ultimate advantage, in my school, home, and everyday life. Even now, your glory, wisdom, power and love are manifest in my life because I walk in the Spirit and I’m led by the Spirit, helping me make wise choices and live boldly for You, in Jesus’ Name. Amen._
*DAILY BIBLE READING*
*ONE YEAR*
John 17:1-26, 1 Chronicles 9-10
*TWO YEAR*
Mark 14:43-52, Numbers 36
*ACT*
Today, take time to pray in the Spirit—speak honestly to the Holy Spirit and listen quietly for His guidance
*✍️ My Notes*
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