My Dearly Loved,

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In the stillness that surrounds you and within the depths of your heart, I am there. Whispering peace. Emanating love. Extending guidance. I AM THE HOLY SPIRIT, YOUR EVER-PRESENT HELPER, GIFTED TO YOU FROM THE FATHER, A PROMISE FULFILLED THROUGH THE SACRIFICE OF JESUS CHRIST.  My presence within you is a seal of your redemption and a guarantee of your inheritance. "And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession—to the praise of his glory" (Ephesians 1:13-14).  Through every moment of your life, I am the living testimony of God's unconditional and never changing love, His eternal promises and the transformative power of redemption and reconciliation.

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God's love story within humanity is interwoven with grace and steadfastness, from the creation of the world to His covenant with Abraham, through the lineage of David, culminating in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.  In Jesus, you receive Me, the Spirit of truth, to dwell within you, guiding you into all truth and empowering you to live a life that reflects the glory of God (John 16:13).   Jesus promised a helper whom the Father would send in his name, to teach you all things and remind you of everything Jesus has said and promised you. "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you" (John 14:26). As your advocate, I am with you to navigate the complexities of life, to comfort you in moments of despair and to rejoice with you in times of celebration.

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In your walk with God, you will see the fruits of My presence within you--love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).  These are not merely attributes but the very manifestation of God's character in your life, a beacon of hope and a testament to the transformational power of His love.  

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I am here to affirm your identity as a child of God. "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God" (Romans 8:16).   In Jesus, you have been made "a new creation; the old has gone, the new is here" (2 Corinthians 5:17).  This new life is your birthright, secured by My presence within you, promising that you are never alone.  "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever" (John 14:16). 

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As you navigate the countless challenges and struggles of this life, remember, My strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Through everything, you have a helper who equips you to triumph, a comforter who soothes your sorrows and a guide who leads you in paths of righteousness for His name's sake (Psalm 23:3). 

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Let this assurance of My indwelling promise be the bedrock of your faith. Stand firm in the promises of God, which are YES and AMEN in Christ. "For no matter how many promises God has made, they are 'Yes' in Christ. And so through him the 'Amen' is spoken by us to the glory of God" (2 Corinthians 1:20).  These promises are your anchor, your hope and your inheritance.  "For all of you who are led by the spirit of God are the children of God. The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship.  And by Him we cry, 'ABBA, Father'" (Romans 8:14-15). 

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My treasure, in the journey of faith, surrounds and blankets you in an unconditional divine love, guided by eternal truths and empowered by My presence within you. "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes to you; and you will be my witnesses......to all the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8).  You are deeply loved, cherished and held by the Father, redeemed by the Son, and comforted by Me, the Holy Spirit.  

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With All My Love,

The Holy Spirit

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Brandon Hokenstad

3/3/2024​​​​​​​​