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Why did Jesus say it was necessary for Him to go away?

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Jesus said it was necessary for Him to go away so that the Holy Spirit could come and fulfill His mission among believers.

In John 16:7, Jesus states the profound necessity of His departure: 'It is expedient for you that I go away.' His departure was essential for several reasons. Firstly, it allowed the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, to come and dwell within believers, enabling them to experience divine guidance, conviction, and empowerment. Secondly, Christ’s ascension to the Father was pivotal for His role as our great high priest, interceding for us, as He was to prepare a place for us in heaven (John 14:2). Thus, His departure was not an abandonment but a vital step in God's redemptive plan to establish a relationship with His people through the Spirit.
Scripture References: John 16:7, John 14:2

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