In what ways can we seek the Spirit's guidance to glorify Christ daily? Anchoring Truth: John 16:14 “He will glorify Me by taking from what is Mine and disclosing it to you.” Who the Spirit Is and What He Loves to Do • The Spirit’s chief delight is to magnify Jesus, never Himself (John 15:26). • He leads us into all truth about Christ (John 16:13-15). • He indwells believers to make Christ’s life real and visible (Romans 8:9-11). Inviting the Spirit’s Guidance Each New Day • Begin with simple surrender: “Lord, I’m Yours today—shape every plan.” (Romans 12:1-2) • Ask specifically: “Holy Spirit, show me how to make Jesus look great in my home, work, and conversations.” • Expect Him to answer because Jesus promised He would (Luke 11:13). Listening Through the Word • Read with ears tuned for Christ-glorifying insight; the Spirit authored Scripture (2 Peter 1:21). • Mark verses that reveal Jesus’ character; meditate until affection rises (Psalm 119:18). • Obey the fresh light you receive—revelation is given for transformation, not trivia (James 1:22-25). Relying on the Spirit in Prayer • Let Him shape requests toward Christ’s honor, not mere comfort (John 14:13-14). • Trust His intercession when words fail (Romans 8:26-27). • Celebrate answers that showcase Jesus and draw others to Him. Walking in Step Through Obedience • Quick, cheerful obedience keeps the channel clear (Galatians 5:25). • Resist grieving or quenching the Spirit by clinging to sin or apathy (Ephesians 4:30; 1 Thessalonians 5:19). • Small acts—apology, generosity, integrity—become spotlights on Christ’s worth. Speaking of Christ Boldly • The Spirit empowers witness, not silence (Acts 1:8). • Look for natural openings: gratitude, current events, personal stories. • Keep the focus on who Jesus is and what He has done, not on winning arguments (1 Peter 3:15-16). Bearing Fruit That Points Back to Jesus • Love, joy, peace, and the rest are Christ’s character reproduced by the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). • Fruit grows in abiding, not striving (John 15:4-5). • When people taste the fruit, direct their praise to the Vine, not the branch. Keeping Short Accounts Through Confession • The Spirit convicts to restore, not to condemn (John 16:8). • Confess swiftly; cleansing renews intimacy and usefulness (1 John 1:9). • Rejoice in the cross where Christ’s glory shines brightest (Colossians 1:19-20). Staying in Fellowship With the Body • The Spirit assigns gifts so the whole church can honor Christ together (1 Corinthians 12:4-7). • Mutual encouragement guards against drift (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Shared worship magnifies Jesus more than isolated devotion. Daily Takeaway Seek the Spirit’s guidance moment by moment—through surrender, Scripture, prayer, obedience, witness, fruit, confession, and fellowship—and He will gladly fulfill His mission in you: making much of Jesus, for the glory of God. |
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