Category: Women’s Devotionals

“To Your Advantage”

📖 “Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you.”
—John 16:7 (NKJV)

Imagine hearing these words from Jesus: “It is to your advantage that I go away.”

How could losing Jesus possibly be good?

That’s likely what the disciples wondered.
But Jesus wasn’t abandoning them—He was making room for something greater:
The indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit.

He would no longer walk beside them—
He would live within them.

This was not a downgrade.
This was the divine upgrade.

The Helper—the Holy Spirit—would guide them into truth, strengthen them in weakness, and fill them with the very presence of God.
That promise holds true for us today.

Dear sister, if you have placed your trust in Christ, He has not left you alone.
You have His very Spirit within you.

And no matter what you face, that truth is to your advantage.

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Reflection Questions:

• Have you ever felt like Jesus was distant or silent?
  
• How does it change your perspective to know that His Spirit is always with you?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for not leaving me comfortless. Help me remember that the Holy Spirit is not just near—He is within. Teach me to rely on Him daily, and to see Your plan, even when it doesn’t make sense to me. Amen.

“Sorrow Has Filled Your Heart”

📖 “But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your heart.”
—John 16:6 (NKJV)

Sometimes sorrow comes not because of the world’s cruelty, but because of Christ’s honesty.

Jesus had just revealed painful truth: He was going away.
Not only that, but His disciples would be hated, cast out, and even killed for His Name.

No wonder sorrow filled their hearts.

But here’s the heart-piercing irony:
They were sorrowful about the very thing that would bring them hope.

His going wasn’t loss—it was the plan of redemption.
His departure meant the Spirit’s arrival.
His cross meant our cleansing.
His silence before Pilate meant our justification before God.

Dear sister, sorrow is not always a sign that something is wrong—
Sometimes it’s the sign that something greater is about to be revealed.

When Jesus leads us through sorrowful seasons, He is not being cruel.
He is being kind enough to prepare us.

Trust the Shepherd—even when the path is painful.
Because what feels like loss may be the very thing that opens the way to life.

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Reflection Questions:

• Can you think of a time when sorrow blinded you to the bigger plan?
  
• What sorrow are you facing now that you need to bring under Jesus’ truth?
  

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Prayer:
Lord, sorrow sometimes fills my heart when You reveal hard things. Help me trust that You are still good, still present, and still working. Teach me to lean into Your love, even when the path leads through pain. Amen.

“None of You Asks Me”

📖 “But now I go away to Him who sent Me, and none of you asks Me, ‘Where are You going?’”
—John 16:5 (NKJV)

Have you ever been so overwhelmed by grief or fear that you couldn’t ask the question that really needed to be asked?

Jesus had just shared painful truth with His disciples—persecution, sorrow, rejection.
But instead of asking, “Where are You going?” (a question that could have brought comfort and clarity), they were weighed down with sorrow.

How often do we do the same?

We focus so much on the pain that we forget to turn our hearts toward Jesus’ greater plan.
We forget to ask Him what He’s doing.
Where He’s going.
How He’s still working.

The disciples saw Jesus’ departure as loss.
But it was the pathway to victory—the sending of the Spirit, the opening of the Gospel to the nations, and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.

Don’t let sorrow silence your seeking.
Ask Him.
Trust Him.
Let Him lift your eyes above the grief to the greater glory.

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Reflection Questions:

• Have you been so weighed down by hardship that you stopped seeking Jesus’ heart in the situation?
  
• What question might the Lord be inviting you to ask today?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, I don’t want sorrow to blind me to what You’re doing. Teach me to seek You, to ask the questions that lead to truth, and to trust that Your plan is always better—even when I don’t understand. Amen.

Day 38 — “These Things I’ve Told You”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them…”
—John 16:4a (NKJV)

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Jesus doesn’t just prepare us for a smooth path—
He prepares us for reality.
A reality where truth is opposed, where light exposes darkness, and where following Him means we will sometimes face rejection or hardship.

But He doesn’t leave us there.

He warns us ahead of time so that when the hard moments come, our faith won’t fall apart.
His words become anchors when the storm rolls in.

He said it would happen.
So when it does, we don’t panic.
We remember.

We remember His Word.
We remember His peace.
We remember that we are not alone.

Sister, don’t be discouraged if things feel hard right now.
You’re not failing—you’re following.
And He told you this would come so your heart would not be shaken.

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Reflection Questions:

• Have you been tempted to give up because things got difficult in your walk with Christ?
  
• What promises of Jesus help you stay grounded?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for telling me the truth, even when it’s hard. Remind me of what You’ve said when trials come. Let Your Word rise up in my heart like light in the darkness, and strengthen me to stand. Amen.

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“They Will Put You Out…”

📖 “They will put you out of the synagogues; yes, the time is coming that whoever kills you will think that he offers God service.”
—John 16:2 (NKJV)

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This verse doesn’t sit comfortably.

Jesus warned His disciples—and by extension, us—that the world wouldn’t always cheer for truth.
In fact, sometimes the fiercest rejection comes not from the irreligious, but from the deeply religious.

Those who cast out the faithful may even believe they’re honoring God.
But Jesus said it would happen.
He was not surprised.

So neither should we be.

Being rejected for righteousness, misunderstood for conviction, or slandered for your walk with Christ doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it might mean you’re on the narrow path.

The early believers knew this.
They were despised by society yet beloved by God.

Sister, if you feel the weight of rejection for your faith—take heart.
Jesus sees.
Jesus warned.
And Jesus walks with you through it all.

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Reflection Questions:

• Have you ever felt rejected for following Jesus—by others, even within religious circles?
  
• How can you respond with grace and truth in those moments?
  

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Prayer:
Lord, You were rejected by many—and yet You kept walking in obedience. Help me do the same. When I’m cast out or criticized for loving You, remind me that I am never outside of Your love. Strengthen my heart to stand. Amen.

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“You Also Will Bear Witness”

📖 “And you also will bear witness, because you have been with Me from the beginning.”
—John 15:27 (NKJV)

The Holy Spirit testifies of Christ.
But Jesus says you will, too.

It’s not just about the twelve disciples.
Every woman who has come to know Jesus—who has walked with Him, leaned on Him, wept before Him, rejoiced in Him—has a testimony.

Your story matters.
Not because you’re the center of it, but because He is.

You bear witness every time you respond to difficulty with peace instead of panic, truth instead of compromise, humility instead of pride.

You bear witness when you speak His Word, share His Gospel, and live in a way that points beyond yourself.

The world doesn’t need perfect women.
It needs Spirit-filled witnesses who boldly say:
“I have been with Jesus—and He changed everything.”

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Reflection Questions:

• How are you bearing witness to Jesus in your daily life?
  
• Is there someone God is calling you to speak to about Him this week?
  

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Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You have called me to be Your witness—not in my strength, but through the Spirit You’ve given me. Help me to be faithful. Let my life reflect Your truth and love, so others may know You too. Amen.

“The Spirit Testifies”

📖 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.”
—John 15:26 (NKJV)

Jesus promised us a Helper—not just for comfort, but for clarity.

The Holy Spirit does more than guide our steps.
He testifies—He speaks clearly and powerfully about Jesus.

He’s not silent.
He reminds. He reveals. He confirms.

And in the noise of this world, with its many “Jesuses” created in people’s own image, we desperately need the real One revealed by the Spirit of Truth.

That’s why we pray for discernment.
That’s why we stay rooted in Scripture.
That’s why we listen with yielded hearts—so when He speaks, we recognize His voice.

If you’re unsure about something—or someone—ask this:
“Does this match what the Spirit has testified about Jesus in His Word?”

Because the Spirit will never contradict the Son.
And the Son never misrepresents the Father.

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Reflection Questions:

• When has the Holy Spirit made the truth of Jesus come alive to you?
  
• In what areas do you need the Spirit to remind you of who Jesus truly is?
  

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Prayer:
Holy Spirit, thank You for testifying of Jesus. In a world filled with confusion and deception, help me hear Your voice clearly and cling to the truth of who He is. Anchor me in Your Word, and grow my discernment daily. Amen.

“None of This Took Him by Surprise”

📖 “And these things I did not say to you at the beginning, because I was with you.”
—John 16:4b (NKJV)Sometimes the Lord doesn’t tell us everything at once.

Jesus said He didn’t tell the disciples about the coming opposition earlier because He was with them. His presence sustained them in those early moments. They didn’t need all the details yet—they just needed Him.

As we grow in Christ, He often reveals things layer by layer.
Hard truths. Difficult seasons. Unexpected battles.

And yet, He never leaves us unprepared.
He speaks what we need, when we need it.

Are you in a season where God is revealing something new or difficult?

Remember this: He didn’t forget to warn you.
He waited until the moment when you were ready to receive it.
And just like before—He is still with you.

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Reflection Questions:

• Have you ever looked back and realized God was preparing you for something you didn’t see coming?
  
• What truth is He reminding you of today that gives you strength?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for never overwhelming me with more than I can carry. I trust that what You reveal is for my good and Your glory. Help me remember that You are always present, always faithful, and always preparing me. Amen.

Day 33 — “I Have Told You These Things”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them.”
—John 16:4a (NKJV)

Jesus never promised a smooth path, but He always promised the truth.

In John 16, He tells the disciples in advance about the hardship they’ll face. Why?

Because when it happens, they’ll remember—He told them.

It’s a gift to be warned. It prepares us to endure. It helps us trust.

As a woman walking with Christ, you may face seasons where faithfulness brings rejection, loss, or confusion.
But Jesus has already spoken to that.

He has told you these things so that when the time comes, you’ll stand—not in fear or surprise, but with quiet confidence that none of this is taking Him by surprise.

He is with you.
And He is never unprepared.

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Reflection Questions:

• What trials are you walking through right now that Jesus has already prepared you for in His Word?
  
• How does remembering His words help you stay grounded?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for telling me the truth—even the hard parts. Remind me, when trouble comes, that You saw it all ahead of time. Strengthen my heart to stand firm and to trust Your voice above all others. Amen.

“Even When It’s Hard”

📖 “They will put you out of the synagogues; yes, the time is coming that whoever kills you will think that he offers God service.”
—John 16:2 (NKJV)

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Sometimes, following Jesus means others won’t understand you.

Jesus told His friends that people would be mean to them—even think they were wrong for loving Him!
That sounds scary, doesn’t it?

But Jesus wasn’t trying to scare them.
He was telling them the truth so they could be brave.

If you ever feel left out for believing in Jesus, remember—He knew this would happen.
And He promised to be with you.

Even when it’s hard, He gives you courage.
Even when others don’t understand, He understands perfectly.

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Think About It:

• Have you ever been left out for doing the right thing?
  
• What would Jesus want you to remember in that moment?
  

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Prayer:
Jesus, I want to follow You, even when it’s hard. Please help me be brave and loving, even when others don’t understand. Amen.