How can we apply Ezekiel's experience of being "filled with the Spirit"? Ezekiel’s Spirit-Filled Moment “And as He spoke to me, the Spirit entered me and set me on my feet, and I heard Him speaking to me.” (Ezekiel 2:2) “Then the Spirit entered me and set me on my feet, and He spoke with me and said, ‘Go…’” (Ezekiel 3:24) What Happened to Ezekiel • The Spirit entered—personal, literal indwelling, not a vague impression. • He was lifted to his feet—empowered and readied for action. • God’s voice became clear—revelation followed infilling. • A commission was given—Spirit-filling always leads to obedient mission. New-Covenant Parallels • Acts 2:4—“They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues…” • Ephesians 5:18—“Be filled with the Spirit.” • Romans 8:14—“All who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” The same Spirit who entered Ezekiel now indwells every believer in Christ (1 Corinthians 6:19). Living Out the Experience Today 1. Receive the Word – Ezekiel listened first; faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17). 2. Yield Fully – The Spirit fills what is surrendered (Romans 12:1). 3. Ask Persistently – “How much more will your Father…give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” (Luke 11:13). 4. Stand Ready – Expect the Spirit to “set you on your feet,” giving courage, clarity, and direction (2 Timothy 1:7). 5. Obey Promptly – God spoke after filling; obedience keeps the flow open (Acts 5:32). 6. Stay Saturated in Scripture – Let “the word of Christ richly dwell” (Colossians 3:16); the Spirit never contradicts the written Word. 7. Walk Continually – “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh” (Galatians 5:16). 8. Fellowship with the Body – Believers “were filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly” together (Acts 4:31). Everyday Evidence of a Spirit-Filled Life • Bold witness (Acts 1:8). • Fresh love for Scripture (John 14:26). • Growing holiness (Galatians 5:22-23). • Discernible guidance (Isaiah 30:21). • Resilient hope amid hardship (Romans 15:13). Why It Matters Right Now Ezekiel’s literal encounter assures that God still moves from the inside out. The same Spirit who set a prophet on his feet empowers believers today to stand, hear, and obey—transforming ordinary moments into divine appointments and turning willing hearts into living testimonies of God’s power. |
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