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Discover the transformative power of being filled with the Holy Spirit. Learn from biblical examples and understand how it equips, empowers, and guides individuals in times of need. Explore the significance of this divine connection and its impact on behavior and decision-making. Find direction, strength, and conviction through the Holy Spirit to overcome challenges and obstacles. Take the next step in your spiritual journey and experience a deeper connection with God.
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Announcements • Election Day Tuesday 11/6 • Brecknock Fire Company Breakfast 11/11 • The Return of Pizza and Movie Night 11/16 • Work Day at the Mount 11/17 • Berks Women in Crisis Thanksgiving Dinner 11/21 at 5:00 PM • No Bible Study on 11/22
The necessity of being filled • Jesus knew we would have trouble-John 16:33 • He knew that it was necessary for Him to give His life so that we could have the Holy Spirit Luke 24:46-48 • He instructed His disciples to wait until they are filled with power Luke 24:49
Equips the under equipped • Numbers 11 • The children of Israel had fallen to a new low • God broke out against the children and even lit a few up outside the camp • Moses is exhausted from their disbelief • God equips the elders by pouring out His Spirit upon them. • Learn from Eldad and Medad
Gives power when needed • Samson was protected from a lion when the Holy Spirit came upon him • He was used to defeat the Philistines multiple times when the Spirit came upon him • He killed one thousand of God’s enemies with a jaw bone
Changes behavior • Saul was given the ability to lead as King over Israel - 1 Sam 10:6 • A coward, who hid on the day of his ordination, could have successfully led • His choices disqualified him, but the Spirit had enabled him
It brings conviction • The men of Israel who had turned away from David were rejoined to him as their leader – 1 Chron 12:18 • Zechariah is filled by the Holy Spirit and calls the children to holiness – 2 Chron 24:20
So What? • So what are you going to do as a result? • Intentions without actions are just fantasies • Are you sick, be filled with the Holy Spirit • Are you depressed, be filled with the Holy Spirit • Do you want direction on what to do next, be filled with the Holy Spirit
Are you struggling financially – be filled with the Holy Spirit • Do you face obstacles, challenges, or big decisions – be filled with the Holy Spirit • Do you wish you felt closer to God – be filled with the Holy Spirit • Do you need courage or strength to navigate through a current situation – be filled with the Holy Spirit • Do you want to break away from a habitual sin – be filled with the Holy Spirit