IN THE SPIRIT
Have you received the greatest promise that our Father in heaven has given to us? Yes, the payment and forgiveness of our sins by the blood of Jesus is great but think of what comes after the death, burial and ascension into heaven. The promise of the Kingdom of God coming to this earth and the new heaven, the new earth and the new city of Jerusalem coming down from heaven.
It’s the promise of the Holy Spirit from God. This promise gives us power, position and our Saviors authority of the use of His name. This power casts out demons, allows the ability to speak in other tongues, take up serpents, drink anything deadly and it will do no harm and lay your hands on the sick and they will recover.
Our flesh constantly cries out, “I want, I want!” or “Me, Me!” To approach God and to do His work we must be absent from our fleshly desires. God is Spirit and He requires that we approach Him in the Spirit, leaving behind our literal body and spiritual flesh when seeking His face. Be alert! The enemy will attempt to use your sinful nature, or flesh, against you as you pursue righteousness. Remember these Scriptures when trying to make decisions, doing God’s work, or seeking a closer relationship with your Lord and others.
In The Spirit – CROSS REFERENCE
SPINNING 360 DEGREES
SCRIPTURE
JOHN 4:23-24; EPHESIANS 6:18; COLOSSIANS 1:7-8
STUDY
Who must you approach In the Spirit?
What is meant by being In the Spirit?
Where can you go In the Spirit?
Why must you approach God In the Spirit?
When are you NOT In the Spirit?
How can you live In the Spirit?
How does this apply to your life?
What is your prayer?
What is your memory verse?