=III. The Father Revealed= (8-14). Cannot be seen by mortal eye (i. 18), but is seen in person of His Son. Christ reveals the person of the Father full of love and pity to those in need; full of anger against hypocrites, liars, etc. (viii. 44). Christ also reveals works of God, miracles of mercy. Same, and even greater, power of working miracles promised to His disciples after His departure. Also answers to prayer made to the Father in His name. So the revelation of the Father shows Him as a loving Person, a Giver of power, a Hearer of prayer. What more can Philip need? =Lesson.= "Thou art coming to a King, Large petitions with thee bring." "Is that All?" A wounded soldier in a hospital was visited by a clergyman, who saw that his life was fast ebbing out. "Young man," said he, "you are soon to die; are you saved from sin?" "No, sir," was the reply; "what must I do?" "'Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved.'" "Say that again," said the soldier. It was repeated. Steadily looking at the minister, the soldier said, "Is that all?" "Yes, that is all. No man goeth to the Father but by Him." Closing his eyes for a few moments, the young soldier opened them again and, raising his right hand, exclaimed, "Lord Jesus, I surrender." Instantly his face shone with brightness, and in a few days the new-born soul went home to God. APRIL 30TH.--=The Comforter Promised.= _To read--St. John xiv. 15-27. Golden Text--Ver. 16._ Christ continues to comfort and teach His disciples ready for the time when He must leave them. =I. The Comforter= (15-17). See the order in the spiritual life. First faith to believe in Him (ver. 1), then love to cling to Him, then obedience to work for Him. He will help them. He must leave them, but will not forget them. Will send Another to be with them always--the Comforter. _His person._ Divine in nature; equal to the Father and Son (Acts v. 3, 4). _His name._ Holy Ghost, or Holy Spirit of God. _His work._ To aid Christ's people. How does He do so? By helping their prayers (Rom. viii. 26). By giving counsel, _e.g._ showing how to speak to adversaries (St. Matt. x. 19, 20), of which Stephen is an example (Acts vi. 10). By strengthening their souls to do right; hence called the Comforter or Strengthener. Also by revealing the things of God. =11. The Result= (18-27). Consolations of Christ's people. _Comfort_ by His continual presence. _Life_ present and future because of union with Him. =Lessons.= 1. Fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace. 2. If any man have not the spirit of Christ, he is none of His. MAY 7TH.--=The Vine and the Branches.= _To read--St. John xv. 1-16. Golden Text--Ver. 5._ This parable one of two only in this Gospel. Spoken in court of Temple after leaving Passover Feast.