The Bible makes it clear that the Holy Spirit has a distinct mandate. Firstly, He has come to this earth to convict the people of this world of their need of a saviour. Because of the curse of sin and death, without the saving grace of the Lord Jesus Christ – there will be no redemption or reconciliation to the Father. There is and never will be a more severe and terrifying sentence than to live eternity separated from the love of and union with God. Working with the Holy Spirit to see this accomplished will bring on the mighty harvest of souls in these last days! The second mandate of the Holy Spirit is to convict those who have accepted Jesus as Saviour – of our right standing with God! Unless we truly know and understand what the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus has done and won for us – we will never walk in the bold confidence we need to live like He did on the earth. Acts 10:38 says Jesus was anointed with the Holy Spirit and power to do the good works of God and deliver all who were oppressed by the devil – and God was with Him! 1 John 4:17 says, “Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world.” Our position of righteousness in God will cause us to live empowered by the Holy Spirit to do the very same works Jesus did among men! The third mandate of the Holy Spirit mentioned in this scripture is to convict the world that the judgement of God upon the antichrist spirit is most certainly going to be poured out on the earth. Those who choose to reject God and love wickedness will be caught up in that judgement – what a terrible time that will be. The Holy Spirit convicts us of the truth that a life of accountability is expected for all. There are consequences for our choices. Today, make a decision to choose life – serving and loving God with all your heart, mind and strength – then you will be found on the right side of eternity – working with the Holy Spirit as He fulfils His mandate on the earth.