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Learning to Breathe

The Fullness of The Spirit and The Power Of The Spirit

For WHAT?

Luke 4:14, 18-19

Introduction:  Why does it even matter?

Three reasons:

1. To live and grow in the nature, likeness of Christ

Romans 8: 5 - 17, Galatians 5: 13 -26, Ephesians 5:15-20

2. To be led by the Spirit
   Luke 4: 1, Romans 8: 5 - 17, Galatians 5: 13 -26, Ephesians 5:15-20

Two things being led by the Spirit doesn’t mean:

Mechanical

                                                Mystical

It means what we are “full of” is what’s going to influence us, direct us, lead us.

How Do We Do This?

• We have to want to be full of the Spirit
• We have to have regular rhythms and practices for filling up
• We have to practice in the moment

3. To serve in the power of the Spirit

Luke 4:14, 18-9, Acts 1: 1 - 8, Acts 2 and following

He gives us the fullness of the Spirit so that we can declare and demonstrate the kingdom of God in the power of the Spirit.

Why do we often shy away from the power of the Spirit?

• Fear of the unfamiliar
• Fear of flakiness and fanaticism

Conclusion:  A point of Clarity and a heartfelt Challenge