The Work & Nature of the Holy Spirit ~ Causes Us to Bear Good Fruit

In today’s message, we discuss the Holy Spirit’s role in helping believers bear good fruit, focusing on the challenges of faith and holiness. We refer to Galatians and Romans, highlighting the importance of preparing our hearts to understand the Spirit’s work. The sermon explores the struggles Christians face in living up to Jesus’ standards, reassuring us with passages emphasizing holiness. Paul’s own experience of struggles in Romans offers hope, reminding believers of the Spirit’s transformative power toward sanctification.

Recording

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Study Guide

Take the sermon further with friends and family with these discussion questions.

1 – What struggles do you face in living out your faith and holiness?
– Application: How can you lean on the Holy Spirit’s guidance to overcome these struggles and bear good fruit?

2 – How does the Holy Spirit’s work help us overcome the desires of our flesh?
– Application: In what areas of your life do you need the Holy Spirit’s help to overcome fleshly desires?

3 – Why is it important to remember that our sanctification is an ongoing process?
– Application: How can keeping this in mind help you maintain a patient and humble attitude during your faith journey?

4 – In Romans 8:1-11, how does it assure believers of their freedom from sin and death?
– Application: How can you apply this truth to your daily life and remind yourself of your freedom in Christ?

5 – How can we cultivate a greater dependence on the Holy Spirit in our lives?
– Application:  What practical steps can you take to rely more on the Holy Spirit for guidance, strength, and growth in your faith?

Scripture References

Matthew 28:18-20
Acts 1:6–9
Acts 2:1-4
1 Thessalonians 4:7
1 Peter 1:13–15
Ephesians 4:1–3
Matthew 5:48
Galatians 5:13–25
Romans 7:15-8:11