Church and Religion: 2026.03.01_kids
John 16:4-15
We Need the Spirit
Summary:
Why do we need the Holy Spirit? We talk a lot about God the Father, and Jesus, but why is the Holy Spirit so important for us? Today let's listen as Jesus tells us about the Spirit's important work:
Outline:
1. The Holy Spirit's role to Christ
2. The Holy Spirit's role to the World
3. The Holy Spirit's role to the Apostles...and You
Verse: John 16:7b ...If I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.
Questions for devotions and family worship:
1. Why do you think you need the Holy Spirit? What is his role in our lives?
2. Why did Jesus tell his disciples that it was so important for him to leave and send the Spirit?
3. What is the Holy Spirit's role in the world, according to this passage? How does that help us as we share the Gospel with others?
4. How was the Spirit so crucial in the work of the Apostles (vv. 12-15). How does this help you understand the work of the Spirit as we hear, read and study the Bible?