Rooted Deep in Truth: The Holy Spirit

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John 16:5-15; Galatians 5:16-25

The Holy Spirit is my Helper, helping me know Christ and glorify Him with my life.

See Article 6 of the 2008 EFCA Statement of Faith

I. Who is the Holy Spirit?  He is a Divine Person.

A. He is a ____________, John 14:16.

B. He is ____________, Acts 5:3-4; Matthew 28:19.

II. What is the Holy Spirit’s work?  He draws attention to Jesus, John 15:26; 16:14.

A. He draws us to Jesus through…

1. Conviction – John 16:8-11
2. Regeneration – John 3:3,5,8; Titus 3:5
3. Baptism – 1 Corinthians 12:13; Galatians 3:27
4. Adoption – Romans 8:14-17

B. He helps us become like Jesus by…

1. Indwelling – John 14:16-17; Rom. 8:11; 1 Cor. 3:16; 6:19
2. Illuminating – 1 Corinthians 2:12
3. Guiding – John 14:26; 16:13; Acts 13:2; 16:6-7; Rom. 8:14
4. Equipping – 1 Corinthians 12:4, 11
5. Empowering for Christ-like living and service….

          a. Acts 1:8; 10:38
          b. Ephesians 5:18 & Galatians 5:16-25

Conclusion:

Have you been living for Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit or in your own power?

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