Reasonable DoubtSample

Have you ever committed to something, but then, right in the middle, you decided, "Ugh, this is actually so not worth it?" Whether it's waiting in line for a roller coaster for hours, training for months for a half marathon, or maybe even following Jesus, sometimes we make commitments we later second guess. I wonder how many second-guess moments Jesus' disciples had over the course of their time following him. Even after Jesus' death and resurrection, when many of his followers were probably feeling renewed confidence and excitement about what Jesus was up to, they got some news that probably had a few of them reconsidering things—again. Jesus was leaving! Right after his resurrection! And this time, it was for good! The disciples may have felt like Jesus was abandoning them—like they'd be left alone and without help. But Jesus made a promise. He said, "Don't give up. I'm sending you my Spirit to help you." And today, Jesus says the same thing to you. Don't give up. You have God's Spirit to help. When you doubt following Jesus is worth it, look to the Holy Spirit.