Taking the Stand

Never Alone

By Andrew Lane, August 16, 2026

As Christians we are called to testify. For many, this call seems intimidating and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

The Presence of God’s Spirit makes…

John 15:26a

  • Truth

John 15:26b

  • So stand on
  • Christ

John 15:26c

  • So keep the focus on
  • Believers

John 15:27

  • So talk about

Questions for Further Reflection & Discussion

  1. Do you tend to perform better when you “feel the pressure” or when there is no pressure?
  1. How did you come to faith in Jesus? If you’re not a Christian yet, what might need to happen in your life for you to come to faith in Jesus?
  1. Read John 15:26-27 and review the sermon outline. What reflections do you have about it?
  1. Who has God used to encourage and influence your faith?
  1. In what ways do you think God has used you to testify about Jesus?
  1. Are there times when you feel inadequate to testify about Jesus? What might God say to you in those times?
  1. How does knowing that The Advocate invites believers to testify along with Him, change the way you think about testifying for Jesus?
  1. In what ways might God’s Spirit be leading you to testify this week?