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Thank you for this! I am in the process of shifting from telling people what Lord is showing me to listening to them share what He is telling them. It is a delight to let go of trying to figure out what people might need. They usually need caring, curious questions to spark what Lord has already planted in them.

I have some scriptures that are key for reassuring me that the Godhead, especially the Holy Spirit, is curating my growth. My shift is resting on the certainty that They are also doing it for those I am around. I get to gratefully and joyfully pay attention and respond.

Phil 2:13 says God is at work in us to will (desire) and work His good pleasure.

John 16:13-15 says Holy Spirit will guide us into all the truth and tell us Jesus' stuff.

In John 14:16, 26, 15:26, and 16:7, the root of the word translated comforter, helper, or counselor is "call near." I'm leaning on it meaning He is calling us near to God, especially since John 14:26 says He will teach us all things and remind us of what Jesus said.

That root word "call near" is translated "comfort" in 2 Cor. 1:3-7.

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Hi Susie. First of all - thanks for becoming a paid subscriber. It's always an honor and blessing!

It seems to me this change in focus on helping each other fulfill all the Father has for us is a powerful force in our world.

The scriptures are great. I appreciate you sharing these. Maybe more writing will come from these prompts.

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I like the idea of being an inspirational leader. I am in search of a framework and tools that fits me well in that. Is there a focus or posture of discovery in the presence of Jesus. As a mystic I often get overly sensitized to the heavenly reality of being face to face to do much more than just enjoy being in His presence. How do I do that kind personal pursuit without getting caught away for overly extended periods of time? My wife and daughter need a human presence too.

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In his presence, we often find ourselves in a discovery mode. A new facet of who He is. Possibly take that moment, that new insight, and delve into a study in the Holy Writ.

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