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The Advantage Wk2

David Rials
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May 26, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of Pastor's sermon was that the Holy Spirit is our advantage, providing us with power, ability, and intimate communication with God. Through the practice of speaking in tongues, we can build ourselves up, intercede, and receive rest and refreshing. Pastor urged us to embrace this gift, assuring us that it's not reserved for the 'super spiritual' but available to all who ask in faith.

Scripture References

John 16:7, 1 Corinthians 4:20, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, Jeremiah 2:13, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 14:1-4, 1 Corinthians 14:14-15, Jude 20, Isaiah 28:11-12, Matthew 3:16-17, John 1:33-34, John 3:34, Colossians 2:9, 1 Corinthians 13:12, Luke 11:9-13

1. How can we incorporate the practice of speaking in tongues into our daily lives to build ourselves up?

We're not meant to be stuck without an advantage; the Holy Spirit is our unlimited source of power and intimacy with God.

2. What are some ways we can actively seek the fullness of the Holy Spirit in our lives?

Discussion Questions:

3. How does the gift of tongues serve as a sign to unbelievers and benefit the church?

4. In what ways have you experienced rest and refreshing through the Holy Spirit?

5. How can we ensure that our pursuit of spiritual gifts is rooted in love and aimed at edifying the church?

Having a prayer language isn't just for the super spiritual; it's a freely given grace from Jesus Himself.

Summary

Pastor shared a powerful message on the importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives, emphasizing that it's to our advantage that Jesus sent the Helper to us. We were reminded that the Kingdom of God is not just talk but living by God's power, and that power comes from the Holy Spirit. Pastor highlighted the functions of tongues, distinguishing between public use for the benefit of others and private use for personal edification. We were encouraged to use our prayer language daily and to seek the Holy Spirit's fullness with faith, as it's a free gift of grace from Jesus.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you with His power and take advantage of this incredible gift.

Read through the book of Acts with fresh eyes and let the Holy Spirit reveal new insights into your faith journey.

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