Be Filled With the Spirit
Being filled with the Spirit brings about a transformation that results in holiness, joy, wisdom, and an ability to pray in accordance with God's will.
A.B. Simpson emphasizes the transformative effects of being filled with the Holy Spirit, which include a holiness that reflects the divine nature, a joy that transcends circumstances, and a wisdom that aligns our perspective with God's. He explains that this fullness elevates our minds and bodies, enabling us to embody the mind of Christ and experience a vibrant physical life. Additionally, being filled with the Spirit enhances our prayer life, allowing us to align with God's work in the world.
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Some of the effects of being filled with the Spirit are: 1. Holiness of heart and life. This is not the perfection of the human nature, but the holiness of the divine nature dwelling within. 2. Fullness of joy so that the heart is constantly radiant. This does not depend on circumstances, but fills the spirit with holy laughter in the midst of the most trying surroundings. 3. Fullness of wisdom, light and knowledge, causing us to see things as He sees them. 4. An elevation, improvement and quickening of the mind by an ability to receive the fulfillment of the promise, We have the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16). 5. An equal quickening of the physical life. The body as well as the mind and soul was made for the Holy Spirit. 6.
An ability to pray the prayer of the Holy Spirit.
If He is in us there will be a strange accordance with God's working in the world around us.
Sermon Outline
- Effects of Being Filled with the Spirit
- Elevation of Mind and Body
- Ability to Pray the Prayer of the Holy Spirit
- Quickening of the Mind
- Quickening of the Physical Life
- Fullness of Wisdom
Key Quotes
“This is not the perfection of the human nature, but the holiness of the divine nature dwelling within.” — A.B. Simpson
“We have the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16).” — A.B. Simpson
“If He is in us there will be a strange accordance with God's working in the world around us.” — A.B. Simpson
Application Points
- As we seek to be filled with the Spirit, we can expect a transformation that results in a holy life.
- Being filled with the Spirit brings about a fullness of joy that is not dependent on circumstances.
- Having the mind of Christ is a reality through being filled with the Spirit, enabling us to see things as He sees them.