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Who is God? Pastor Heath Lambert presents six foundational truths from Scripture: God is real, spirit, creator, sovereign, perfect, and savior. This comprehensive teaching explains the nature of the God who made everything and offers salvation through Jesus Christ.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction and the question0:48 - The challenge: So much to say in 10 minutes1:27 - Truth 1: God is real (Exodus 3:14)2:20 - We all know God is real deep down2:45 - Truth 2: God is spirit (John 4:24)3:19 - Why invisibility doesn't defeat God's existence3:44 - Truth 3: God is creator (Isaiah 40:28)4:32 - Truth 4: God is sovereign (Psalm 115:3)5:23 - The one being who does all He pleases5:45 - Truth 5: God is perfect (Deuteronomy 32:4)6:32 - Why God's perfection matters6:59 - Truth 6: God is our savior (Titus 3:4-6)7:43 - The terrible reality: We are not perfect8:21 - God's mercy through Jesus Christ9:11 - Final answer: Knowing God through salvationKey Topics Covered- God's Reality - Exodus 3:14 and the self-existent "I Am"- Universal Knowledge - Romans 1:19 and why everyone knows God exists- God as Spirit - John 4:24 and why God is invisible to our eyes- The Air Analogy - Why invisibility doesn't equal non-existence- God as Creator - Isaiah 40:28 and everything made by God- God's Sovereignty - Psalm 115:3 and divine control over all- The Only One Who Pleases - Why God alone does whatever He desires- God's Perfection - Deuteronomy 32:4 and complete righteousness- Trust in God's Justice - Why we can have confidence in His reign- Our Imperfection Problem - The contrast between God's perfection and our sin- God as Savior - Titus 3:4-6 and salvation through grace not works- The Gospel Path - How knowing ourselves as sinners leads to knowing God as Savior- Complete Knowledge - How salvation opens the door to fully knowing GodScripture ReferencesExodus 3:14 - God's name as "I Am Who I Am"Romans 1:19 - What can be known about God is plainJohn 4:24 - God is spiritIsaiah 40:28 - The Lord as everlasting God and creatorPsalm 115:3 - Our God does all that He pleasesDeuteronomy 32:4 - God's work is perfect, all His ways are justTitus 3:4-6 - God our Savior appeared in mercy through ChristLike this episode? Subscribe for more biblical teaching from Marked by Grace. Share your thoughts in the comments below about which of these six truths about God most impacts you.Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to markedbygrace@fbcjax.com
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What does it truly mean to be born of water and the Spirit? Jesus continues His conversation with Nicodemus in John 3:5–10, revealing that entry into God's kingdom requires more than knowledge or tradition—it requires spiritual rebirth. We explore the meaning of Jesus' words, the role of the Holy Spirit, and how this new birth transforms the heart and life of every believer.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DONATE: https://evidence4faith.org/give/WEBSITE: https://evidence4faith.org/NEWSLETTER: http://eepurl.com/hpazV5BOOKINGS: https://evidence4faith.org/bookings/CONTACT: Evidence 4 Faith, 349 Knights Ave Kewaskum WI 53040 , info@evidence4faith.orgMy goal is that their hearts, having been knit together in love, may be encouraged, and that they may have all the riches that assurance brings in their understanding of the knowledge of the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. - Colossians 2:2-3CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Isabel Kolste. Graphics & Publication by Isabel Kolste. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
What happens when we stop being spectators and become seekers? As we pursue God with our whole heart, the Holy Spirit removes distraction, awakens us spiritually, and reveals the deep, life-giving things God has prepared for those who love Him.
This Passage give us six insights into Jesus' presence with His followers through the Holy Spirit
Christian life is not a religion of rules but a relationship of communion with the Spirit. Like breath in our lungs, He is essential for our daily walk with Christ. Main Points Recognition of the Spirit (John 14:17) The world does not know Him, but we must. Recognizing His presence brings spiritual awareness. Abiding in the Spirit (John 15:4–5) Abiding means living in constant fellowship. The Spirit is the vine through which Christ's life flows. Surrender to the Spirit (Galatians 5:16, 25) Communion requires yielding. To walk by the Spirit is to let Him lead. Life Applications Cultivate daily recognition: pause throughout the day to acknowledge the Spirit's presence. Develop abiding habits: read, meditate, and pray with the Spirit's help. Practice surrender: obey the Spirit's promptings even when it costs. Theologian Quote “The Holy Spirit is the bond by which Christ effectually unites us to Himself.” – John Calvin Conclusion Communion with the Spirit transforms Christianity from ritual to relationship, from striving to abiding. Prayer “Spirit of God, teach us to recognize You, abide in You, and surrender to Your leading. Keep us in step with You each day. Amen.”
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Led by the Spirit - John Roughton. 14/9/25
In this episode of Pray the Word on John 20:20–22, David Platt calls us to live in the fullness of the Holy Spirit of God.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.
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Thank you for joining us for this in-depth solo lecture from Dr. John Vervaeke, where he continues his exploration of cognition, meaning, and spirit from the perspective of relevance realization and predictive processing. In this talk, John takes us on a journey through the architecture of the mind, explaining how voluntary necessity, scientific idealization, and porous participation form the basis of how we understand ourselves and the world. He unpacks the imaginal dimension of cognition, the deep entanglement of anticipation and rationality, and how the fellowship of the spirit provides an existential framework for collective meaning-making. Drawing from philosophers like Spinoza, Merleau-Ponty, Charles Taylor, and William Desmond, and cognitive scientists like Carl Friston and Andy Clark, John interweaves modern theory with ancient insight to offer a profound vision of how reason, imagination, and love can coexist. Shownotes: 00:00 – Introduction and Opening Remarks 01:17 – Welcoming Remarks 02:59 – The Role of Idealization in Science 04:23 – Predictive Processing and Meta Problems 05:59 – Anticipation and Relevance Realization 16:15 – Opponent Processing and Optimal Grip 20:13 – The Imaginal and Rationality 23:03 – Relevance Realization and Enlightenment Rationality 23:31 – The Dichotomies of Modernity 25:31 – Voluntary Necessity Explained 28:39 – The Role of Faith and Spirit 31:41 – The Levels of Human Existence 41:19 – The Power of Community and Shared Meaning 50:44 – Fellowship of the Spirit 1:12:00 – Closing Reflections on Community as Icon of Reality Referenced Works and Concepts: Books and Authors: "True Enough" – Catherine Elgin "Sources of the Self" and "A Secular Age" – Charles Taylor "Phenomenology of Perception" – Maurice Merleau-Ponty "Ethics" – Spinoza (https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3800) "The Reasons of Love" – Harry Frankfurt "The Construction of Social Reality" – John Searle "Being and the Between" – William Desmond Thinkers and Researchers: Carl Friston – Free Energy Principle Andy Clark – Predictive Mind Eric Hoel – Consciousness and Science Michael Levin – Bioelectric Cognition Dan Chiappe – Reasoning and Dialogue Mark Miller – Relevance Realization Anderson Deasy & John Geiger – Sensed Presence Core Concepts: Predictive Processing Relevance Realization 4E Cognition (Embodied, Embedded, Enacted, Extended) Voluntary Necessity Imaginal Participation Opponent Processing Internal Family Systems (IFS) Narrative Selfhood Fellowship of the Spirit Related Series and Resources: Awakening from the Meaning Crisis: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLND1JCRq8VujfYQ-00pT-6pTOm4q-rz1c Philosophical Silk Road: https://www.youtube.com/@johnvervaeke Explore Further: The Vervaeke Foundation is committed to advancing the scientific pursuit of wisdom and creating a significant impact on the world. Learn more: https://vervaekefoundation.org/ To engage in regular practices informed and endorsed by John, visit Awaken to Meaning: https://awakentomeaning.com/join-practice/ Follow John Vervaeke: Website: https://johnvervaeke.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vervaeke_john YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johnvervaeke Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/johnvervaeke
John 14v16-17 "And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper,to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you."The Holy Spirit is a person. The implication of that is that we ought to fellowship with Him
"We Don't Talk About the Holy Spirit" | Why Jesus Said the Spirit Is Our Greatest AdvantageIs the Holy Spirit the most misunderstood person of the Trinity? In this powerful and personal teaching, Bible teacher Marian Jordan Ellis dives deep into what Jesus said about the Holy Spirit—and why it's time we stop avoiding this vital part of our faith.Using stories, Scripture, and humor (yes, including a memorable “Encanto” moment!), Marian breaks down the confusion many believers feel around the Holy Spirit and helps us see that He is not the “crazy uncle” of Christianity—but the very power of God dwelling in us.✅ What You'll Learn in this Teaching:Who the Holy Spirit is (and who He's not)Why Jesus called the Spirit our greatest advantage (John 16:7)How to receive and walk in the power of the Spirit (John 7:37–39)What Ezekiel and Acts tell us about the Spirit's transforming workHow to stop blocking the river of living water God wants to flow through you
In today's sermon Russ shares experience and instruction on the receiving of the Holy Spirit.
One SpiritJohn 6:60-69Andrew Root story from Faith Formation in a Secular Age:"We talked about faith absent any language of transcendence or divine action. Here we were talking about “faith,” and yet we had made no assertions about faith having anything to do with a realm beyond us, with a God who comes to us in death and resurrection, Spirit and transformation."“Good, because the church has no future without youth. I really believe if anyone is going to save us, it will be the young. But first, we've got to keep them.”“Since the days of the youth movement, church youth work has often lacked that element of Christian sobriety that alone might enable it to recognize that the spirit of youth is not the Holy Spirit and that the future of the church is not youth itself but rather the Lord Jesus Christ.”–Dietrich BonhoefferWhere one acts, all act.Where one is present, all are present.The Father is Creator.The Son is Redeemer.The Spirit is Renewer.Yet, these distinctions must not turn to divisions in our concept of God. The Trinity cannot be divided.John 6:60-6960 Therefore, when many of his disciples heard this, they said, “This teaching is hard. Who can accept it?”61 Jesus, knowing in himself that his disciples were grumbling about this, asked them, “Does this offend you? 62 Then what if you were to observe the Son of Man ascending to where he was before? 63 The Spirit is the one who gives life. The flesh doesn't help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life. 64 But there are some among you who don't believe.” (For Jesus knew from the beginning those who did not believe and the one who would betray him.) 65 He said, “This is why I told you that no one can come to me unless it is granted to him by the Father.”66 From that moment many of his disciples turned back and no longer accompanied him. 67 So Jesus said to the Twelve, “You don't want to go away too, do you?”68 Simon Peter answered, “Lord, to whom will we go? You have the words of eternal life. 69 We have come to believe and know that you are the Holy One of God.”The Action of the Holy Spirit:The Spirit convicts the world of sin (John 16:8–11). The Spirit reveals and glorifies Jesus (John 16:12–15). The Spirit empowers our confession of Jesus as Lord (1 Cor. 12:3). The Spirit gives us new birth (John 3:5–6). The Spirit gives us new life and a new status as children of God (Rom. 8:10–11, 14–17).CSB Ephesians 3:14-1914 For this reason I kneel before the Father 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named. 16 I pray that he may grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with power in your inner being through his Spirit, 17 and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. I pray that you, being rooted and firmly established in love, 18 may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the length and width, height and depth of God's love, 19 and to know Christ's love that surpasses knowledge, so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.The Holy Spirit is not an accessory to your life; He is your life. But you will either live today by what you can see, or by the unseen presence of the Giver of life.• Ask daily to be filled — Begin each day this week with Paul's prayer from Ephesians 3:14–19. Pray it for yourself, slowly, asking God to do it in you.• Name your ‘visible' crutches — Identify one area where you've been relying on what you can control, measure, or predict rather than on the Spirit.• Practice Spirit-listening — Set aside a few minutes in your day (morning, lunch break, evening) simply to be quiet before God, asking the Spirit to speak or nudge you. Journaling can be helpful.• Act in faith — When you sense the Spirit prompting you to do something this week—encourage someone, confess sin, serve, step into a risk—obey quickly, even if you can't see the outcome.
As Jesus spends his final moments with his disciples, he gives them the sobering warning that they will be hated by the world. But despite the persecution they will face, they can take heart because Jesus will be sending them the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will be their "Helper" as He convicts the world towards repentance, guides disciples into a deeper understanding of the Gospel, and transforms sorrow into indestructible joy. As such, disciples of Christ should respond to the hatred of the world, not by avoiding or attacking or accommodating to the world, but by being witnesses to the world as they are empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Caleb Clardy teaches from John 14: 23-27; 16: 7-15 on June 29, 2025Support the show
The Promised Spirit Rev. Tyler Kenyon John 16:7 (06/08/2025)
Christians today can dangerously emphasize the extraordinary signs of the Holy Spirit to the woeful neglect of the Spirit's ordinary signs. In this sermon, The Ordinary Signs of the Spirit, Pastor Ben Nistor unpacks John 16:4–15 to reveal how the Spirit works in ordinary, yet powerful ways. While some today focus on dramatic, miraculous experiences, the Bible emphasizes the Spirit's ongoing ministry—convicting the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment, guiding believers into truth, glorifying Jesus, and transforming hearts through sanctification. These are the ordinary and ongoing signs that the Spirit is present and active in His people. Discover how to recognize the Spirit's work in your life and in the church today! #HolySpirit #ChristianSermon #John16 #PastorBenNistor #SpiritLedLife #Sanctification #ConvictionOfSin #GlorifyJesus #BiblicalTeaching #ChurchToday #OrdinarySignsOfTheSpirit #HolySpiritPower #ChristianLiving #GospelTruth #SpiritFilled #SermonOnTheHolySpirit ________________________________________ Links to Sermon Notes & Answers: ➤Sermon Notes (Blank): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_ed2b831850b94f0cb6bc52e67e4a2d65.pdf ➤Sermon Notes (Answers): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_510735ef9d014e1eb45538ddb8014def.pdf ________________________________________ In this video: Review of previous sermons in series Main Points Application ________________________________________ Subscribe to this channel to catch weekly expositional sermons from the Bible. ________________________________________ Explore more sermons and information: https://www.sheridanhills.org/watch-new ________________________________________ Follow us: ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheridanhills/ ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheridanhills01 ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanhills/
Pentecost is more than a historical event—it's a powerful reminder of the Holy Spirit's ongoing presence and work in the lives of believers. In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Coleman explores why the coming of the Holy Spirit is essential to God's plan of salvation. While we rightly celebrate Jesus' birth, death, and resurrection, Pentecost highlights the often-overlooked work of the Spirit, who empowers, convicts, comforts, and guides us into all truth. From the Old Testament's promises to Jesus' own words, Scripture reveals that the Spirit was always part of God's redemptive plan. Yet many neglect or misunderstand the Holy Spirit. This message brings biblical clarity, reminding us that the Spirit testifies to Christ, dwells in us, and enables us to live obedient, Spirit-filled lives. As believers, we ought to grow in awareness of the Spirit's presence, recognizing His power in our daily walk, and drawing comfort from knowing God is always at work—even when unseen. May we be encouraged into deeper faith, love, and obedience as we grow in our relationship with the Triune God.
A Heart That Has Clarity | Pastor Eric Boles | Life Center Tacoma Clarity of the Spirit John 16:13 (CSB) Clarity of our Peace John 16:33 (CSB)
How do I walk in the power of the Holy Spirit? In this message, Lead Pastor John Lindell shares a dynamic word on how we can walk in victory and fullness as we become empowered by the Holy Spirit.
The Splendor of the Spirit John 16:12-15 The Story of Us, Part 8 February 23, 2025 Pastor Gary Watkins
In this episode of Pray the Word on John 5:19–20, David Platt encourages us to summit our lives to the guidance of the Holy Spirit of God.This upcoming year, together, we have the opportunity of enabling 10,000 gospel learners in hard-to-reach countries; and to engage over 30 million people with gospel-centered content, just like the podcast you're listening to today.Join us in making Jesus known in all neighborhoods and nations today!Visit radical.net/makejesusknown now!Explore more content from Radical.
In this episode of Pray the Word on John 2:19–21, David Platt explains how Jesus' sacrifice makes us temples of the Holy Spirit.This upcoming year, together, we have the opportunity of enabling 10,000 gospel learners in hard-to-reach countries; and to engage over 30 million people with gospel-centered content, just like the podcast you're listening to today.Join us in making Jesus known in all neighborhoods and nations today!Visit radical.net/makejesusknown now!Explore more content from Radical.
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Nov 24, 2024 GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHDr. Christopher M. BrooksPastor to Pastors | Local ChurchHow to hear the voice of God1 Samuel 3 NIVHow God speaks How to hear God when He speaksHow to know if it is really God speakingHOW GOD SPEAKS • His word (Hebrews 4:12) • People (Acts 9:10-18) • And they don't always agree (Acts 21: 4-6) . • Circumstances (Romans 8:28) • Creation (Psalm 19:1-2) • Music (2 Chronicles 20) • Thoughts and Impressions (1 Cor 2:16) • Pictures and Images (Psalms/parables/John 10) • Dreams (Acts 2:17)HOW TO HEAR GOD SPEAK • Sit still and Quiet yourself (Psalm 46:10 / Luke 5:16) • Smile back at God and say Hi (Numbers 6:24-26 / Exodus 33:11) • Exercise the authority of Christ over all other voices(James 4:7 / Luke 4:35) • Ask God to make his presence known to you (psalm 70:1). • Ask God to speak to you (1 Samuel 3:10). • Ask God to search your heart and bring up anything that needs his healing touch (Psalm 139:23-24) • Write down any impression God gives you (Matthew 7:24-25)Common Barriers to Hearing God • Unrepented Sin • Pride • Business of Life • Distractions away from God • Unresolved conflict with others • Unforgiveness for others • Lack of faith in God • Lack of effortWhat hearing from God is not: • A trump card • Hammer • Only for the super spiritual • EasyHow to know if it is really God speaking (or just me talking to myself)? • Confirmation with the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. • Cooperation with the Spirit (John 14:26) But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. • Collaboration with your Spiritual Family (Colossians 3:16) Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.= = = = = = = = = = = =Mental Worship 1. Do you want to make the choice to hear God's voice? 2. Pray this scripture to God: Speak, Lord, your servant is listening. 3. What do you think God wants to say to you? 4. Can you recall a time when you felt God speaking to you? What did he say? How did He communicate with you? How did you respond? 5. What is blocking you from hearing God? 6. Where do you need help d
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As Christians, our spiritual growth happens as we feed on God's Word and benefit from its nourishment. Jesus said, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God” (Matt 4:4; cf. Deut 8:3). Job said, “I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my necessary food” (Job 23:12b). Jeremiah said, “Your words were found and I ate them, and Your words became for me a joy and the delight of my heart” (Jer 15:16a). Paul encouraged Timothy to be “constantly nourished on the words of the faith and of the sound teaching” (1 Tim 4:6). Peter said, “like newborn babies, long for the pure milk of the word, so that by it you may grow in respect to salvation” (1 Pet 2:2). Pure milk means it has not been watered down. According to Arnold Fruchtenbaum, “The milk is the basics of the Word of God, and it is necessary for young believers. They need this milk in order to grow spiritually…Essentially, the purpose of partaking of spiritual milk is to grow toward maturity so that believers can begin to partake of the meat of God's Word.”[1] Earl Radmacher states, “The purpose of studying God's truth is not only to learn more, but to become mature in the faith.”[2] The Word of God helps growing believers in their spiritual development. It has milk for the new believer, as well as meat for the more mature (Heb 5:13-14). And God wants us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet 3:18). The word “grow” translates the Greek verb auxanō (αὐξάνω), which means “to become greater, grow, increase.”[3] The form of the verb is present tense (implying ongoing action), active voice (the subject produces the action), and imperative mood (it's a command). Gowing “in grace” means taking advantage of God's unmerited love and provisions, and in the “knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” refers to our deepening understanding and relationship with Jesus Christ. We need God's Word of truth to grow.[4] Areas Where the Believer's Mind Needs Renovation The Bible offers guidance on various life matters, providing believers with a blueprint for living in accordance with God's will. It does not address everything, but what it does is what God deems important for us to know. The Bible addresses foundational areas of knowledge such as the existence of God, the origin of the universe, mankind, sin, salvation, angels, Satan and demons, marriage, politics, finances, and eschatology. These and other doctrines provide a comprehensive and coherent worldview that allow the Christian to orient to reality from a biblical perspective. Knowledge of who God is takes priority. Nowhere in Scripture does the Bible try to prove the existence of God. It starts with the assumption that He exists, that He is the sovereign Creator of the universe (Gen 1:1), and that He is known through His creation (Psa 19:1-2; Rom 1:18-20). The Bible reveals there is one God who exists as three distinct Persons within the Trinity (Gen 1:26; 11:6-7; Matt 3:16-17; 28:19; 2 Cor 13:14; 1 Pet 1:2): God the Father (Gal 1:1; Eph 6:23; Phil 2:11), God the Son (John 1:1, 14, 18; 8:58; 20:28; Col 2:9; Heb 1:8), and God the Holy Spirit (Acts 5:3-4; 1 Cor 2:11-12; 2 Cor 13:14). God is three in Person, but one in essence, sharing the same attributes. The use of the Hebrew numeral echad (אֶחָד) reveals, in some contexts, the idea of a complex one, which supports the doctrine of the Trinity (Deut 6:4; cf., Gen 2:24; Ezra 3:1; Ezek 37:17). All three persons of the Trinity are co-equal, co-infinite, co-eternal, and worthy of all praise and service. The three Persons of the God-head share the same divine attributes. The attributes of God consist of intrinsic characteristics that are equally representative of the God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. God's attributes are revealed in Scripture, which means they are objective and can be learned by God's people. Furthermore, the attributes of God explain His actions. And we cannot separate or elevate one attribute above another. The Bible reveals God is: Living, which means “He is the living God and the everlasting King” (Jer 10:10), He “has life in Himself” (John 5:26; cf. Psa 42:2; 84:2; Matt 16:16; John 1:4) and is the ultimate source of life. Paul states, “for in Him we live and move and exist” (Acts 17:28). Self-existent (aseity), which means His existence depends on nothing outside of Himself (Ex 3:14). Moses said, “from everlasting to everlasting, You are God” (Psa 90:2). There is no prior cause that brought God into existence, He will never cease to be, and He depends on nothing outside of Himself. Holy (Lev 11:44; Psa 99:9; Isa 45:5-19), which means God is morally perfect and separate from all that is sinful. Spirit (John 4:24; 2 Cor 3:17), which means the nature of God's being is spirit, not material. Sovereign (Psa 115:3; Isa 46:9-11; Dan 4:35; Acts 17:24-28), which means God acts freely as He pleases, always as He pleases, and only as He pleases. Immutable (Psa 102:26-27; Mal 3:6), which means God's essential nature does not change. Eternal (Deut 33:27; 1 Tim 1:17), which means God has always existed, does exist, and forever will exist. Infinite (1 Ki 8:27; Jer 23:24), which means God exists in space and beyond space. Omniscient (Psa 139:1-4; Matt 6:31-33), which means God knows all things and is infinite in knowledge. Omnipresent (Psa 139:7-10; Jer 23:24), which means He is equally and fully everywhere present. Omnipotent (Job 42:2; Isa 40:28), which means God is all-powerful and able to accomplish all He desires. Righteous (Psa 11:7; 119:137), which refers to His intrinsic moral perfection, from which He commands all things in heaven and earth, and declares as good that which conforms to His righteousness and as evil that which deviates. Just (Psa 9:7-8; 19:9), which refers to the outworking of His righteousness in which He justifies or condemns, blesses or curses, that which does or does not conform to His righteous character. True (Jer 10:10; John 17:3), which means He is genuine, in contrast to false idols. This means He truthful (2 Sam 7:28; John 17:17). His knowledge and declarations define reality and help us make sense of what is. Love (Jer 31:3; 1 John 4:7-8), which means He is committed to us, desires our best, and acts for our benefit. Good (Psa 100:5; 145:9; Nah 1:7; Jam 1:17), which means all He does is good, and that He is the ultimate source of all that is good. Faithful (Deut 7:9; Lam 3:21-23), which means He is reliable in all He says and does, always keeping His Word. Merciful (Psa 86:15; Tit 3:5), which means He is kind toward us and does not judge us as we deserve. Gracious (Psa 111:4; 116:5), which means He treats us better than we deserve. Dr. Steven R. Cook [1] Arnold G. Fruchtenbaum, The Messianic Jewish Epistles: Hebrews, James, First Peter, Second Peter, Jude, 1st ed. (Tustin, CA: Ariel Ministries, 2005), 339. [2] Earl D. Radmacher, Ronald Barclay Allen, and H. Wayne House, Nelson's New Illustrated Bible Commentary (Nashville: T. Nelson Publishers, 1999), 1680. [3] William Arndt, Frederick W. Danker, et al., A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000), 151. [4] The writers of Scripture regarded God's Word as truth, saying, “Now, O Lord GOD, You are God, and Your words are truth” (2 Sam 7:28), “You are near, O LORD, and all Your commandments are truth” (Psa 119:151), “the sum of Your word is truth, and every one of Your righteous ordinances is everlasting” (Psa 119:160), and Jesus said of the Father, “Your word is truth” (John 17:17b). The term “truth” refers to the absolute, unchanging, and reliable content of God's Word. The concept of truth in Scripture is not merely about factual accuracy but also encompasses faithfulness, trustworthiness, and the eternal consistency of God's revelation and promises. God's Word is divinely authoritative. It is truth that provides a firm foundation for faith, guiding believers in their relationship with God and in their daily lives. The Bible is the source of God's absolute truth in all it affirms, and communicates information we could never know independently of it. Our ability to reason, aided by God the Holy Spirit, allows us to understand what is recorded. And, once understood, we are called to a faith response.
15:26 But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me: 15:27 And ye also shall bear witness, because ye have been with me from the beginning.
The Gospel of John September 15, 2024 Sunday Service Mark Satterfield The Glade Church To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people click here: http://www.thegladechurch.org/give —— Stay Connected Website: http://www.thegladechurch.org/ The Glade Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGladeChurch The Glade Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegladechurch
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Verse by verse study through the book of John Chapter Thirteen and Verse Twenty One
Part of our series of verse-by-verse studies through the Bible. Drawing Near is a ministry of FBC Tipp City. Reggie Osborne: Pastor/Teacher. regosborne1@gmail.com
Geoff Thomas: The Holy Spirit – Chapter 7: “Spirit Birthing Spirit”Opening verses: John 3:1-8What we know about Nicodemus (page 70)1. Nicodemus was born into the right family2. He was a Pharisee3. He had the best education4. He was a member of the Sanhedrin5. He was a teacher of IsraelWhy is this list important? How does knowing this help with understanding the interaction and truths of the passage?We all must be born again; but what is involved with being born again? [Ezekiel 36:25-26 is helpful to consider]1. You must be born of water2. You must be born of the SpiritIn John 3:6 we read: “That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit” What is true about those born simply of the flesh? [page 75]1. His mind is hostile to God and cannot please God (Romans 8:7-8)2. He cannot come to the King (John 6:44)3. He can produce only the works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21)What is true of those born of the Spirit? [pages 76-80]1. The new birth is a sovereign work of the Spirit (John 3:8; James 1:18)2. The new birth is an effective work of the Spirit ~ it produces results [Thomas works through various verses from the book of 1 John ~ page 78]3. The new birth is a mysterious work of the Spirit (John 3:8-9)For more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com. Every weekday at 8:00am you can listen to The Gospel for Life on 94.1 The Voice in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, USA. If you have a question, comment, or even a topic suggestion for the Pastors, you can email them. There is only one rule: Be Kind! Phone: (208) 991-3526E-mail: thegospelforlifeidaho@gmail.comPodcast website: https://941thevoice.com/podcasts/gospel-for-life/
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How can I be sensitive to the Holy Spirit? In this message, Lead Pastor John Lindell teaches how we as believer can grow in personal sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. Our prayer is this message will build your faith and encourage you to step in faith as God speaks to your heart.