A Divine Present
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A Divine Present [ 2:22 ]
Life Lesson: Biblical perspective on the end times
Experience It: Walk in the power of the Holy Spirit
“But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come. He will glorify Me, for He will take of Mine and will disclose it to you.” John 16:13-14
The Spirit-filled life is a life lived under the control of the Holy Spirit. It begins when we submit ourselves to the Lord. This involves a deliberate yielding to Him of all we are and all we have – that means our work, families, finances, and ministry. (Matthew 16:24) Such submission does not occur automatically at salvation; it is a choice we make. God expects us to surrender our old, self-centered ways and to live as His child under the Spirit’s control. (2 Corinthians 5:17) We can confidently let go of our old ways because of who the Holy Spirit is. The Lord called Him “the Spirit of truth” who speaks only what He hears from God the Father and who seeks to bring glory to our Savior. (John 16:13-14) He can be fully trusted.
Today many people talk about “getting more of the Spirit.” By that, they mean acquiring spiritual gifts, divine power, or visible manifestations. But God prefers that we ask ourselves, “How much of me is under the command of God’s Spirit?” The more we submit to His control, the deeper will be our intimacy with God and the greater our transformation into Christlikeness. As He shapes us, we will also become more productive and fruitful. That is quite a present – a divine person to live within us and to transform us into who God wants us to be.
The Holy Spirit is a gift that never wears out or becomes obsolete. His counsel is perfect for every situation. His presence fulfills Jesus’ promise never to leave us. (Hebrews 13:5) Thank God today for the precious gift of the Holy Spirit!
Question: Who is the Holy Spirit, and how have you seem Him working in your life lately?
About this Author: Charles Stanley
Jesus Christ is so wonderful!! Praise His Holy Name! I gave my life to the Lord a few years ago now. I can say with truth and meaning that my life has changed only through Jesus’ Holy Spirit within me to guide me and make me whole. When I pray or just be close to God in thought, His Holy Spirit often gives a tingling sensation on the top of my head which is so amazing and I know I am transformed through full surrender to Christ. I love the Lord and I love you all. Jesus Christ loves you!! Thank you and God bless.