"Lost in an Alley"

Pastor Paul Feuerstein

June 16, 2024

Main Idea

The central message of 'Lost in an Alley' was about being led by the Holy Spirit in our lives. Pastor Paul Feuerstein encouraged us to examine what guides us, cautioning against being led by emotions or desires. He pointed to Jesus' example in Luke 4, showing us that even in the face of temptation, being full of the Holy Spirit empowers us to resist and find God's way out. Pastor Paul urged us to live full of God's Spirit, to depend on its power, and to follow its promptings, as this is the key to overcoming temptation and living a life that honors God.

Scripture References

Luke 4:1-2, Luke 3:21-22, 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, Galatians 5:16-18, Galatians 5:24-25, Luke 4:14

1. How can we ensure that we are being led by the Holy Spirit rather than our own desires or emotions?

2. What does it mean to be 'full of the Holy Spirit,' and how can we experience this in our daily lives?

Discussion Questions:

3. Can you share a time when you felt the Holy Spirit guiding you through a difficult situation?

4. How can we discern between our own thoughts and the promptings of the Holy Spirit?

5. What steps can we take to become more sensitive to the Holy Spirit's promptings?

Summary

In 'Lost in an Alley,' Pastor Paul Feuerstein from Helena First shared relatable stories about getting lost to illustrate how important it is to be guided by the right things. He emphasized that what fills us leads us, whether it's emotions, desires, or the Holy Spirit. Pastor Paul explained that Jesus, though divine, was led by the Spirit, teaching us to live the same way. He delved into Luke 4, where Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, was led into the wilderness and faced temptation. Through this, we learned that being filled with the Spirit doesn't exempt us from temptation, but it does provide a way out and guidance to overcome it.