218: The Counsellor, the Conviction, and the Comfort: Understanding the Holy Spirit’s Role
What does the Holy Spirit actually do? In this deeply thoughtful episode of Talkin’ Bible, Rohan Bell and Jeanie Schwartz explore Jesus’ final words to His disciples in John 16:5–15, where He promises to send the Holy Spirit. What unfolds is a profound and surprisingly comforting exploration of conviction, judgment, and authority — and how the Spirit empowers believers today.
🔥 This conversation covers…
💬 Why Jesus said it was better for Him to leave
🤯 What it means that Satan was “the ruler of this world” — and why that’s changed
🔍 How the Spirit convicts without condemning
👑 How Jesus restores the authority humans surrendered in the Garden
🕊️ The difference between conviction and shame — and how to hear the Spirit today
📖 How the Spirit speaks truth into our grief, identity, and decisions
⏱️ YouTube Chapters
00:00 – Why Jesus said His departure was “for your good”
04:00 – What does the Spirit really convict us of?
10:00 – The devil judged: A deeper look at kingdom authority
13:00 – Righteousness and restoring right relationship
16:00 – Why Jesus didn’t tell the disciples everything yet
21:00 – Hearing the Spirit today: conviction vs. condemnation
23:00 – Jeanie’s personal journey and the surprising comfort of the Spirit
🙋♀️ Reflection Questions
Do you experience conviction as comfort or condemnation?
What lies have you believed about the Holy Spirit’s role in your life?
What would change if you truly believed Jesus entrusted you with kingdom authority?
📲 Tune in now to hear how Jesus’ words to His disciples still speak to us today — especially when we’re grieving, confused, or unsure what God is doing next.
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