Feb. 25, 2024

Sermon: Encouragement From an Apostle - Do Not Quench The Spirit - Part II The Sermon begins at 20:20 min in video.  The music "Holy, Holy, Holy", "Build My Life", "The Power of Your Love", "I Surrender all", and "Word of God Speak"  are licensed under CCLI Copyright #2723035 and Streaming Media #22024223 Licenses.Summary: Pastor Dave’s sermon explains the significance of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, particularly focusing on how not to quench or suppress the Spirit's work. His sermon urges Christians to be attentive and responsive to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, enabling them to live out their faith authentically and grow in spiritual maturity. His teaching encompasses understanding the role of the Holy Spirit, the importance of not resisting Its work, and the practical application of the Spirit's guidance in various aspects of a Christian’s life, from utilizing spiritual gifts to developing Christ-like character. Key Points: 1. The Holy Spirit's role is critical in guiding and shaping the life of a believer. 2. Quenching the Spirit refers to resisting or diminishing Its work in one's life. 3. Believers are called to be sensitive and yielding to the Holy Spirit's activity. 4. The sermon underscores the significance of spiritual gifts and how they should be used in the power of the Holy Spirit for the edification of the church. 5. The Holy Spirit facilitates the development of the fruit of the Spirit, which reflects the character of Christ in the believer. 6. Practical living in the Spirit is essential and manifests in everyday behavior and decisions. Action Items: 1. Be open to the Holy Spirit's direction in all areas of life, including but not limited to church involvement, personal growth, and community interaction. 2. Evaluate areas of life where resistance to the Spirit might be occurring, and take steps to become more yielding. 3. Identify and employ spiritual gifts within the context of the body of believers, rather than seeking personal glory or gain. 4. Foster the development of the fruit of the Spirit by abiding in Christ and allowing His character to be cultivated within. 5. Embrace a lifestyle characterized by walking in the Spirit, thus becoming an authentic witness to others. 6. Engage in regular self-examination to ensure alignment with the Spirit's leading and a resistance-free relationship with God.  Sermon Notes: Encouragement from an Apostle - Do Not Quench the Spirit - Part II     1 Thessalonians 5:19, Acts 2:38-39,Quenching the Spirit     Unresponsiveness     GrievingUnderstanding the Holy Spirit’s Work: (John 14:16-18, 25-26, John 16:5-15) Review: Instructs, Guides,  Reminds, and  Glorifies JesusDivine Enablement. (Usefulness)     Acts 1:8, Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, v.11, v.28     Witnesses     GiftingDevelops Fruit of the Spirit:     Galatians 5:16-25     The Character of Christ in Us: