I Will Not Leave You Orphans

Summary

The sermon explores John 14:12-24, emphasizing Jesus' promise not to leave believers as orphans but to send the Holy Spirit as a comforter. It explains that the 'greater works' believers will do refer to the expansion of the gospel through the Holy Spirit after Christ's ascension, not surpassing Jesus' miracles but extending their reach. The preacher stresses the importance of prayer, obedience out of love, and interpreting Scripture with the analogy of faith, balancing belief in the Holy Spirit's work without embracing charismatic excesses. The message encourages faithfulness, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and understanding God's sovereignty in prayer.