Power Of The Spirit

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The term "Power of the Spirit" in the Bible refers to the dynamic and transformative influence of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers and the world at large. This concept is closely associated with the empowerment for ministry, spiritual gifts, and the ability to live a life that reflects God's will. In the New Testament, particularly in Acts 1:8, Jesus promises his disciples, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." This indicates that the Holy Spirit equips believers not only for personal transformation but also for evangelistic mission.In addition to empowering for witness, the "Power of the Spirit" is also seen in the context of spiritual gifts as described in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, where the Apostle Paul outlines how the Spirit distributes various gifts to believers for the common good. Furthermore, Romans 8:11 highlights the life-giving power of the Spirit, stating that "If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you." This emphasizes that the Holy Spirit not only empowers believers for service but also brings about spiritual renewal and resurrection, underlining the transformative power of God’s Spirit in the life of the church and the individual believer.

(The Mission and Ministry of the Holy Spirit) the Power of the Holy Spirit 51:10

David Wilkerson

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and importance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. He encourages the congregation to seek a deeper relationship with Jesus and to allow the Holy Spirit to have freedom in their lives. The preacher shares a story of a family who experienced

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Claiming the Power That Is in Christ 56:58

David Wilkerson

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority that believers have in Christ. He encourages the congregation to claim this power and not be hindered by the forces of the enemy. Jesus assures his disciples that although he will go away, he will come back and they will see him again.

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Luke 11:13

“So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!"”

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John 3:8

“The wind blows where it wishes. You hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit."”

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Romans 6:13

“Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness.”

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Romans 6:16

“Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey, whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness?”

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1 Corinthians 6:19-20

“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own;”

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Galatians 5:16

“So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”

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Ephesians 5:18

“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.”

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Matthew 7:7

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you.”

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Mark 11:24

“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”

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John 16:22-24

“So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.”

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James 4:2

“You crave what you do not have; you kill and covet, but are unable to obtain it. You quarrel and fight. You do not have, because you do not ask.”

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1 John 5:14-15

“And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.”

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1 Corinthians 3:16

“Do you not know that you yourselves are God's temple, and that God's Spirit dwells in you?”

2 Corinthians 6:16

“What agreement can exist between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: "I will dwell with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be My people."”

1 Peter 2:5

“you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.”

Matthew 7:11

“So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!”

Ephesians 2:21

“In Him the whole building is fitted together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord. And in Him you too are being built together into a dwelling place for God in His Spirit.”