The River
Sharable notes for the September 29, 2019 message. You can post these notes on your social platform!
Scriptures used: Ezekiel 47:1-12; John 7:37-39; Psalm 118:22; 1 Peter 2:4-8; Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 7:15-8:14
Hunger and thirst are indicators for something you desire that you don't presently have. Motivation alone though never satisfied anything.
Jesus told us to come to him and drink. You have to take a step and you have to take in what He offers. As we get His teachings in us, the Holy Spirit will change us.
The Spirit of God will always leave evidence that is is flowing in your life by how it shapes your life.
The Holy Spirit doesn't just bring behavior modification, He changes you from the inside out.
The Holy Spirit shapes you with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
What the Holy Spirit does in us is not just for us. His power wants to work through us.
Reflect or meet with someone to discuss:
What are you doing to "come to Jesus and drink?"
How do you believe the Holy Spirit has shaped your life?
If you evaluate yourself based on the fruit of the spirit, how would you say the Spirit has shaped you?
In what ways have you seen the power of the Holy Spirit at work in your life? In what ways would you like to see this happen?
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Jesus told the disciples to go to Jerusalem and wait. Wait for what? To be baptized with the Holy Spirit, for the power of the Holy Spirit to come upon them and fill them. This gift from God is available to you too. Learn more about the power of the Holy Spirit in this 7-day reading plan by evangelist Angus Buchan.