The Power of the Holy Spirit - Dr. Charles Stanley
The principle we will explore today is basic but so powerful
that it determines whether we experience victory in our lives.
You are probably familiar with the book The Little Engine
That Could, in which a small engine keeps repeating the words "I think
I can." By using sheer willpower, she pulls an entire train over the
mountain. That's a nice children's story, but the truth of the Christian life
is very different. In the real world, our efforts and determination often fall
short. Only by walking in the power of the Holy Spirit can the godly life be
achieved.
Throughout the Old Testament, God's Spirit would temporarily
come upon saints for a particular work. However, after Jesus ascended to
heaven, He sent the Spirit to dwell permanently within each believer. Consider
what this means: If you're a Christian, God is living inside of you, available
to help all through life by providing guidance, comfort, and empowerment.
Obedience to Christ is too difficult for anyone relying on his
own strength. And discerning what to do in every situation is far too
complicated for a fleshly mind. For some reason, though, Christians often try
to live life by depending on their own energy and reasoning. Defeat and failure
are unavoidable without His power in our lives.
Do you recognize your need for the Lord? Begin each day
confessing your dependence upon Him. Ask to be filled with His Spirit so that
all you think, do, and say will be an overflow from Him. Then trust Him to work
in mighty ways through you. Watch what almighty God can do.
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