Living In The Spirit - Thursday

In this episode of For Zion's Sake, hosts Shelly and June Volk continue their timely study on living in the realm of the Holy Spirit as the days grow darker. Examining the vital difference between the soul and the spirit, the hosts look at the example of Jesus—who did nothing of His own initiative but lived entirely by the Father's will—and warn against the spiritual dangers of resisting, quenching, or grieving the Holy Spirit. Listeners are encouraged to yield their own minds, learn from the historical mistakes of Israel, and walk daily in the power of God's divine life.

Key Takeaways

• The Example of Jesus: Just as Jesus lived entirely by the will and guidance of the Father, believers are called to put aside self-reliance and let the resurrected Christ live through them.

• The Dangers of Resisting, Quenching, and Grieving: Scripture warns believers not to harden their hearts, snuff out the Spirit's leading through worldly thinking, or grieve the Holy Spirit through disobedience.

• Learning from Israel's Wilderness Journey: Looking back at the historical accounts of Israel, believers are reminded to avoid rebellion and instead rely on the Spirit to find true rest and guidance.

• The Promise of Future Redemption: Through prophecies like Ezekiel's promise of a new heart and spirit, believers are reminded of God's ultimate plan for Israel and the importance of standing in prayer.

Featured Bible Passages & References

• Isaiah 62:1: Declaring truth for Zion and Jerusalem's sake.

• Hebrews 4:12: The Word of God dividing soul from spirit.

• John 5:30: Jesus stating, "I can do nothing of my own initiative... I seek not my own will, but the will of him who sent me."

• Acts 7:51: Stephen's warning to those always resisting the Holy Spirit.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:19: "Do not quench the Spirit."

• Ephesians 4:30: "Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God."

• Isaiah 63:7-10: Remembering God's lovingkindness toward Israel and how they grieved His Holy Spirit.

• Ezekiel 36:24-28: God's promise to give His people a new heart and put His Spirit within them.

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