Your Judge is also Your Advocate and Savior (Toplady)

 One of the most difficult struggles in the Christian life is the constant struggle with sin and guilt.  We aren't perfect; we still have remnants of the old man in us.  This world is no friend of grace, and Satan won't leave us alone.  But Jesus is our Savior.  He died, rose again, and is …

The Holy Spirit in John’s Gospel: Another Advocate

In John 14.16, 26; 15.26, and 16.7, Jesus calls the Holy Spirit the "Paraclete." The context is Jesus comforting his disciples: "Even though I am really leaving you, don't worry - I'm sending another One like me who will dwell in you, teach you, and remind you of who I am and what I've done. …