God's Holy Fire: 'The Spirit Will Tell You'

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

[Jesus said,] "All that belongs to the Father is mine; this is why I said, 'The Spirit will tell you whatever he receives from me.'"
— John 16:15 NLT

Key Thought

The source of our truth is God. His Spirit of truth will tell us everything he has received from the Son and make it clear to us. John talks about the Spirit as the anointing that teaches us all things about Jesus and helps us know truth from error (1 John 2:18-21). In this context, Jesus emphasized that the Holy Spirit will guide us into all truth. Clearly, God does not just want to convey information, but he is sharing himself in Jesus and in the Holy Spirit so that truth is much more than something we believe; it is something we live out of the very fabric of our relationship to God through the Holy Spirit.

Today's Prayer

Gracious and holy God, you are both the Almighty and my Abba. Thank you for providing the Holy Spirit to keep us tuned into the truth and aligned with your will, compassion, and holiness. In Jesus' name, I praise and thank you. Amen.

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

6 Related Resources by Heartlight

Spurgeon PM Devo for Oct. 22nd
Devo: Morning & Evening
"There are times when all the promises and doctrines of the Bible are of no avail, unless a gracious hand shall apply them to us. We are thirsty, but....."
The Truth of Jesus
Devo: What Jesus Did!
"[Jesus continued,] "There is so much more I want to tell you, but you can't bear it now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all..."
The Apostles' Teaching
Devo: A Year with Jesus
"Dear Believer, Have you ever asked yourself questions like the following:Why is the Bible important?Is it really necessary?Do I have to read it?Do I...."
Sending the Great Helper
Devo: A Year with Jesus
"Dear Beloved, My ascension back to the Father was a wonderful blessing. I know that you would love to have My physical presence with you — to....."
See All 6 Related Resources about John 16:15

Illustration

Illustration of John 16:15 NLT — [Jesus said,] "All that belongs to the Father is mine; this is why I said, 'The Spirit will tell you whatever he receives from me.'"

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Endure, Never Deny' (2 Ti. 2:11-13)
"Dear Father, ever faithful God, Thank you for my Savior, Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, as preached in the gospel of your grace. Help me endure...."
Morning & Evening
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
Evening Thought: Acts 8:37
"These words may answer your scruples, devout reader, concerning the ordinances. Perhaps you say, "I should be afraid to be baptized; it is such a..."
What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'When Lost Is Won!' (Jn. 12:17-19)
"Many in the crowd had seen Jesus call Lazarus from the tomb, raising him from the dead, and they were telling others about it. That was the reason so...."
Today's Verse
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
Psalm 119:165
"Great peace have they who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble."

About This Devotional

God's Holy Fire is a daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

The Thoughts and Prayer for God's Holy Fire are written by Phil Ware.

Scripture quotations marked (NIV) are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.
Scripture quotations marked MESSAGE are taken from THE MESSAGE, copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 by Eugene H. Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress. All rights reserved. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

More God's Holy Fire

Translations