SCRIPTURE: 2Timothy (NIV) 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
OBSERVATION: That the Spirit of God living within lifts us above our fears can be seen in the life of Peter. When Jesus was on trial, before a maiden Peter denied even knowing Jesus. (Matthew 26:69-75) But after he was filled with the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, Peter boldly stood forward before a multitude and preached for them to repent. (Acts 2)
APPLICATION: God has given us the same Holy Spirit He gave Peter. The Holy Spirit expresses His power through us. He motivates us by love. He helps us keep selfish desires from controlling our lives.
When we receive Jesus as the Lord of our lives, the Holy Spirit comes to live within us. (John 20:22) Then when the Holy Spirit comes upon us to anoint us for service, He begins releasing the manifestations of His presence through us. (1Corinthiane 12:7)
The Holy Spirit is a key part of our being drawn to Jesus, of our new birth, of our spiritual growth, and of our service to the Lord. He was sent to be another comforter like Jesus. (John 14:16)
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, You knew what I needed. You knew how much I need the Holy Spirit to live in me. The same Holy Spirit that lived in Jesus (Romans 8:11), and then in Peter, now lives in me! It is amazing! Amen
Pastor Leon
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