How should acknowledging God's Spirit influence our actions and decisions today? The Spirit Who Gives Life “The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.” (Job 33:4) What This Truth Establishes • We owe our very existence to God’s Spirit; He is not distant but actively sustains every heartbeat. • Because He made us, He owns us; acknowledging His Spirit means recognizing divine authority over every sphere of life. • Life itself is a daily reminder that God’s Spirit is present and powerful, not merely a past creative force. Seeing the Same Pattern Elsewhere • Genesis 2:7—God breathes life into Adam, grounding human identity in divine breath. • Acts 17:28—“In Him we live and move and have our being,” echoing Job’s declaration. • Psalm 104:30—“You send forth Your Spirit, they are created; You renew the face of the earth.” Continuous dependence is emphasized. How Acknowledging the Spirit Directs Our Actions 1. Reverence: – Recognize every decision as occurring in God’s presence (Psalm 139:7). – Approach work, family, and worship with a created-by-God humility. 2. Obedience: – Romans 8:14—“All who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” Let leading dictate choices, even when costly. – Galatians 5:16—Walk by the Spirit to deny fleshly impulses. 3. Purity: – 1 Corinthians 6:19—Bodies are temples; moral decisions regarding sexuality, substance use, and entertainment must honor His indwelling. 4. Dependence: – John 14:26—The Helper teaches and reminds; seek His counsel before major moves. – Proverbs 3:5-6—Trusting, not leaning on self-understanding, is an act of Spirit-acknowledging faith. 5. Bold Witness: – Acts 1:8—Power for witness flows from the Spirit; sharing Christ becomes natural when we remember who fuels us. Practical Steps for Daily Living • Begin each day consciously thanking God for breath. • Invite the Spirit’s guidance before scheduling, spending, or speaking. • Weigh plans against Scripture—“All Scripture is God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16). • Memorize Galatians 5:22-23; use the fruit as a checklist for attitudes. • When conviction comes, respond quickly—confession keeps fellowship clear. Outcomes We Can Expect • Alignment with God’s will produces peace (Isaiah 26:3). • Decisions gain eternal significance, not just temporal efficiency (Colossians 3:17). • A life visibly marked by the Spirit draws others to Christ (Matthew 5:16). Closing Reflection Acknowledging God’s Spirit as both Creator and Sustainer transforms life from self-directed wandering to Spirit-directed purpose. Every breath becomes an invitation to walk in step with the One who gave it. |
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