The Holy Spirit

"'Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,' says the LORD of hosts" (Zechariah 4:6).

The Holy Spirit is the very imprint and power of the Godhead—but not actually God. It's a power and an aid you can have in your life, too. Find out more below.

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The Holy Spirit: God's Tool for Conversion

Consider the Parable of the Talents with the Holy Spirit in mind as the given "talent". Can you successfully bury that talent and please God, or must you aggressively invest it to increase it?
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I Know We've Heard This One Before!

When we hear the phrase "stir up the Spirit" or "fanning into flame the gift of God," how do we respond? Do we heed the call to action? God has given us His Holy Spirit, a Spirit of power, love…
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Being Holy

1Pe 1:13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 1Pe 1:14 as obedient children, not conforming…
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How God's Spirit Bears Witness that We are the Children of God

In the days leading up to Pentecost, it's good to reflect on the way God's Spirit bears witness with our spirit.
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Do We Have a Different Spirit Like Caleb?

We must change or old ways into news ways as the Spirit of God works in us.
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What Does the Bible Say About...The Holy Spirit?

"I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you always, the Spirit of truth..."
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The Fruit of Joy

One of the nine (9) spiritual fruits that spring from God's Holy Spirit is that of joy. How can we increase joy in our lives?
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Dwell Together in Unity

Dwelling together in unity is difficult, even among brethren. Do we let our differences push us apart? Or do we seek to build up and to help one another?
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Never Disrespect the Holy Spirit

The world is in darkness. God gives us His Holy Spirit so we might shine as lights in the darkness. Do we respect this gift that God has given us to do His will?
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Impactful Spiritual Fruit

God’s Spirit imparts His power, love, and mind which can profoundly impact others.
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Seeds of the New Jerusalem

On the Day of Pentecost do we remember Jerusalem? The city of Jerusalem — past, present, and future — is a reminder of God’s people and His presence with them. The seeds of the future Kingdom of God, and the…
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The Pillar and Ground of Truth Evidence of God's Spirit Working in His Church

Having once tasted the light of truth… many people go flying off into the wild blue yonder. What are they looking for? … Newer truths… fresh enlightenments… more fun and and adventure…. not satisfied with the simple truths taught by…
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You Shall Count

Lev 23:15 'And you shall count for yourselves from the day after the Sabbath, from the day that you brought the sheaf of the wave offering: seven Sabbaths shall be completed. Lev 23:16 Count fifty days to the day after…
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The Responsibility and Mission of the Church

Jesus Christ gave His Church a specific responsibility and mission to fulfill in His plan. What does that entail?
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A Spiritually Transformed People

Few realize that God's Word reveals that Satan the devil has deceived and blinded most of the world. Only through God's calling can that blindness be healed. How does that help us understand who is truly part of the Church?
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The Apostles: A Case Study in Conversion

A closer look at the transformation of the apostles of Jesus Christ.
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A People Special to God

To most people, a church is a building where people meet. But in Scripture, the word refers to a group of people—those called to follow Jesus Christ. It's important that we understand the spiritual heritage of these people special to...
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I Will Come to You - The Great Promise!

On the last night of His human existence, Christ made a promise to His Disciples that "I will come to you" and that they would not be abandoned! How has God led His covenant peoples through the ages in their…
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By a Mighty Hand

Moses nine times commands the Israelites to remember God's mighty hand and outstretched arm that delivered them out of the land of Egypt. This message looks at this mighty hand and the spiritual lessons we can learn for these Days…
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The Firstfruits

The feast of the Firstfruits, also called the Feast of Weeks and Pentecost, is very important to us in at least two ways: it helps us understand part of God’s plan of salvation; and, it is about those of us…