Jesus prays for himself, for the disciples that are with him and then for all those who believe through those disciples.

Jesus prays for himself, for the disciples that are with him and then for all those who believe through those disciples.

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Jesus uses the metaphor of childbirth to describe the pain and joy the disciples are going to experience. He seeks to reassure them ahead of the events of his death, resurrection and ascension.

Jesus uses the metaphor of childbirth to describe the pain and joy the disciples are going to experience. He seeks to reassure them ahead of the events of his death, resurrection and ascension.

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As well as being an advocate, the Holy Spirit will testify to Jesus and work in unbelievers to change their lives.

As well as being an advocate, the Holy Spirit will testify to Jesus and work in unbelievers to change their lives.

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Jesus uses an easily understood metaphor to describe the relationship between his disciples and himself. He warns of opposition, too.

Jesus uses an easily understood metaphor to describe the relationship between his disciples and himself. He warns of opposition, too.

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At this difficult time, Jesus promises to ask the Father to send the person of the Holy Spirit to be an advocate, teacher and guide. He will help them remember the events of Jesus life to pass on to the Church.

At this difficult time, Jesus promises to ask the Father to send the person of the Holy Spirit to be an advocate, teacher and guide. He will help them remember the events of Jesus life to pass on to the Church.

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