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this week's next steps

Read John 14-16 this week

Invite the Holy Spirit to convict me of sin & convince me of truth

Listen, respond to & follow the leading of the Holy Spirit

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This Week's Message Recap:

As we begin our new series on the Holy Spirit, Celebrate, we are challenged to shift our perspective from asking God to do more for us to asking how we can give more of ourselves to Him. Looking at Jesus' words in John 14–16, we see that the disciples were filled with uncertainty and sorrow as Jesus prepared them for His departure. Yet Jesus promised they would not be left alone. He would send the Holy Spirit, the promised Helper, Comforter, Advocate, and Spirit of Truth, to dwell within them forever. The Holy Spirit is not merely a symbol or a feeling, but fully God, a distinct Person of the Trinity, who desires a real relationship with us.

This week's message reminded us that the Holy Spirit is our greatest advantage in following Jesus! In a world filled with confusion, competing opinions, and uncertainty, the Holy Spirit leads us into truth, points us to Jesus, and empowers us to live on mission. His work is to convict hearts of sin, confirm God's truth in believers, and carry the mission of Jesus through our lives. The invitation for each of us is simple but challenging: Are we willing to make room for more of God's influence in our lives? As we welcome the Holy Spirit daily through prayer, obedience, and surrender, we discover the true freedom that comes from living under His leadership.

Questions to Consider:

Jesus promised the Holy Spirit as our Helper and Comforter (John 14:15–17). In what area of your life have you been relying on your own strength instead of inviting the Holy Spirit to lead you?
The Holy Spirit is also known as the Spirit of Truth. What voices, distractions, or lies have been competing for your attention lately? And how can you intentionally seek God's truth this week?
This message asked, "Are we willing to make room for more of God's influence in our lives?" What is one habit, attitude, or priority you may need to surrender so God has more room to work in you?
The Holy Spirit convicts, confirms, and carries the mission of Jesus through us. How might God be inviting you to share His love with someone in your home, workplace, neighborhood, or community this week?
Read John 14–16 this week. What do these chapters teach you about the character of the Holy Spirit, and how do they encourage you to deepen your relationship with Him?