Life in the Spirit
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The Cross and Life in the Spirit
By Jessie Penn-Lewis0JHN 7:37ACT 4:8ROM 7:6ROM 8:16ROM 12:111CO 2:112CO 7:1PHP 1:9COL 1:91TH 5:23Jessie Penn-Lewis emphasizes the transformative power of the Cross and the role of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life. She explains that through the Cross, believers experience a newness of spirit, allowing them to connect deeply with God and understand His will. The sermon highlights the distinction between the human spirit and the Holy Spirit, urging believers to cleanse their spirits and be led by the Spirit in their daily lives. Penn-Lewis encourages a fervent spirit that expresses itself in service and testimony, emphasizing the importance of spiritual discernment and obedience to the Holy Spirit's guidance.
Life in the Spirit
By Gerhard Du Toit2.0K1:16:07HEB 10:19Gerhard Du Toit emphasizes the transformative power of living a life in the Spirit, urging believers to recognize the deep work of God's Spirit in their hearts. He highlights the importance of boldness in approaching God, the necessity of prayer, and the anticipation of revival as essential elements of a Spirit-filled life. Du Toit calls for a return to the glory of God, encouraging believers to seek a deeper relationship with Him and to be open to the convicting presence of the Holy Spirit. He reminds the congregation that true revival begins with personal conviction and a longing for God's presence, leading to a life that manifests His glory.
Life in the Spirit
By Smith Wigglesworth0JHN 3:9ROM 8:12CO 3:62CO 5:17GAL 5:16PHP 2:13HEB 4:10HEB 6:11JN 3:91JN 4:4Smith Wigglesworth emphasizes the transformative power of living a life in the Spirit, urging believers to move beyond the foundational principles of faith and embrace the fullness of God's grace and liberty. He warns against reverting to legalism and encourages repentance and reliance on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance. Wigglesworth highlights that true salvation and divine life flow from recognizing our identity as children of God, filled with the Spirit, which empowers us to overcome sin and temptation. He illustrates that the life in the Spirit is characterized by love, purity, and a continuous transformation into Christ's image, enabling believers to shine as lights in a dark world. Ultimately, he calls for a complete surrender to the Spirit's leading, assuring that this new life is a joyous and eternal journey.
Death of Life in the Emotions (Romans 5:17b)
By Ernest O'Neill1.5K23:49GEN 3:8PSA 34:18ISA 26:3JHN 14:27ROM 5:172CO 12:2GAL 5:22EPH 4:23PHP 4:71PE 5:7Ernest O'Neill discusses the transmission of emotional traits from Adam to humanity, emphasizing that while physical and mental traits can be inherited, moral and emotional qualities are influenced by environment and example. He explains that Adam's choice to live independently from God led to a deterioration of mind, body, and emotions, which has been passed down to us, resulting in unbalanced emotions and a sense of dissatisfaction. O'Neill highlights that through Jesus, we have the opportunity to receive the Holy Spirit, which can restore our emotional balance and provide true satisfaction. He encourages believers to choose life in Jesus, which brings peace and joy, rather than living in the death of unfulfilled emotional needs. Ultimately, he calls for a relationship with God that transforms our emotional state and leads to a fulfilling life.
Freedom From the Law of Sin and Death
By G.W. North0JHN 10:10JHN 14:17ROM 6:14ROM 8:2ROM 8:142CO 5:17GAL 5:16EPH 1:51PE 2:91JN 1:7G.W. North emphasizes that the life of Jesus, characterized by the law of the Spirit of life, frees us from the law of sin and death. He explains that while we are not under the Mosaic law, we are still governed by the law of righteousness and life, which allows us to live free from sin. North highlights the importance of walking in the Spirit to experience the fullness of Christ's life, as this is the only way to embody the moral intelligence and personality that God intends for us. He asserts that the Holy Spirit enables us to live as children of God, witnessing our sonship and leading us in the life of Christ. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to embrace their identity in Christ through the Spirit.
Life in the Spirit
By T. Austin-Sparks0PSA 7:11MAT 3:16MAT 4:8MAT 6:13ACT 2:2ROM 8:14EPH 1:14EPH 4:26T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of living a life led by the Holy Spirit, illustrating how Jesus' baptism and subsequent temptation demonstrate the connection between sonship and spiritual guidance. He explains that true sonship is evidenced by being led by the Spirit, which governs our actions and reactions, leading us toward holiness and moral clarity. Sparks highlights the importance of adjustability in our spiritual journey, indicating that a Spirit-governed life is never stagnant and is open to growth and change. He encourages believers to recognize the Holy Spirit's role as foundational to their relationship with God and to embrace the adjustments that come with being led by Him. Ultimately, he asserts that victory over temptation and the enemy is achieved through a life governed by the Holy Spirit.