The disciples are shocked and confused by Jesus' telling them of his leaving them and his imminent death. He answers their questions with promises of the permanent and intimate presence of God with them and his power working through them.

Before his resurrection in glory, Christ prays for his Church: Great cause for thanks, for love, and for hope, because the Lord Jesus himself prays to share all this glory with us, his people.

Donald explores the role of the Holy Spirit in helping the church and individual Christians in making decisions about life and ministry. We always need to be alert to the possibility that the Spirit is prompting us to consider radical new directions for our lives and ministry.