As a teacher, I would often set up home visits prior to school starting. Some families welcomed me into their home. Others asked, “You want to come here?” Nervous of my reception, I’d say a prayer for courage before I rang the bell, and remember I never went alone.

When we are baptized into God’s family and receive the Holy Spirit, he takes up residence inside us. He goes where we go. Heading for a visit? He travels with us. Going on vacation? He rides along. Changing our housing? Our move is his move. Wherever we go, the Holy Spirit accompanies us bringing strength, courage, and peace.