LIVING A SPIRIT FILLED LIFE

It's so hard for me to separate. I thirst for intellectual understanding of biblical principles. I love reading about the prophets, the kings of Judea, the wonderful characters of the Bible. The way that Jesus in the New Testament referred to or cross referenced old Testament teachings. But is that where it ends for me, with head knowledge? How do I know?

Is my purpose a deeper knowledge of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit? Am I equipping myself for evangelical or ministry discipleship? Am I trying to edify the church body? support the church pastors and staff?

Lots of questions. I know that living by the Spirit means that I am freed from the restraints of OT law. A law of sin and death. And the power they had over me. I know the Holy Spirit indwells me. I know that Heaven is secured for me. I know that Jesus died for my sins and rose again and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

So I know some things intellectually. I know some things in my heart.

I know from Hebrews 13:6 that "the Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?"

Clothed in the armor of God, then I can be Spirit-led. It's up to me to be Spirit-filled.