Spark Cast

When Jesus speaks of sending the spirit when he departs, in addition to being a comfort, this spirit of truth is an Advocate, someone who will not just stand with you, but for you. Comfort, in this view is not mere sentimentality, but results from God's advocacy. GROUP QUESTIONS: 1. What kind of meaning does this teaching give to the "Trinity" in Christian understanding? 2. If God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is an Advocate, then what does that mean for those of us who are followers of this Way? 3. Why does this word "Advocate" (Greek: "paraklete") features so prominently in the writings of John? 4. Can you think of other stories in the Bible where advocacy changes the meaning and interpretation of the story?