THE
HOLY SPIRIT 2/8/09
“THE SECRET TO THE CHRISTIANS SUCCESS”
John 15:26
Focus: The secret to the Christians success is the presence and power of the
Holy Spirit of God in their lives. If we know who the Spirit is, what He does,
and how He does it we will successfully bring glory to our Father in heaven.
WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
The Holy Spirit is God. John 4: 24
The Holy Spirit is a person. Jesus referred to the Spirit as “He”, and not “It.” Vs 26
The Holy Spirit has a mind. Rom 8:27. And he that searcheth the hearts
knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the
saints according to the will of God.
The Holy Spirit has a will. 1 Cor 12:11. But all these worketh that one and
the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will.
The Holy Spirit has emotional feelings. Gal 5:22,23 But the fruit of the
Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness.
WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO?
As Comforter He encourages the church. John 15:18 – 16:4
As Reprover He witnesses through the church. John 16:5-11
As Teacher He guides the church. John 16:12-15
HOW DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO IT?
We worship in the Spirit. John 4:24
We walk in the Spirit. Gal 5:16
We witness in the Spirit. Acts 1:8
CONCLUSION: Success for the Christian comes when the Holy Spirit works in
their lives to bring Christ glory.