The Vineyard Church
Pastor Steve Huffman
May 20/21, 2023
Quote:
Of the 69% of Americans who call themselves Christians, a majority (58%) “contend that the Holy Spirit is not a real, living being but is merely a symbol of God’s power, presence, or purity.” - American Worldview Inventory 2021
Question:
How well do I know the Holy Spirit?
John 14:15-18 NIV
Main Point:
The Holy Spirit is…
a believer’s unrivaled advocate.
Defintion:
Advocate - one who appears in another’s behalf, mediator, intercessor, helper; one who is called to someone’s aid
Exodus 31:1-5 NIV
Judges 6:34 NIV
Subpoint:
Holy Spirit is a gift given, not a reward for good behavior.
Galatians 5:22 NIV
Subpoint:
We bear thefruit of our advocates.
1 Corinthians 12:4-6 NIV
Gifts of the Spirit:
Word of wisdom, word of knowledge, faith, gifts of healing, miracles, prophecy, distinguishing between spirits, tongues.
1 Corinthians 14:1 NIV
Question:
How eager am I to the Holy Spirit’s help?
Main Point:
The Holy Spirit is….
an anomaly to the world.
Defintion:
Anomaly - something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
1 Corinthians 2:14 NIV
Subpoint:
The “foolishness” of the Holy Spirit surpasses the wisdom of the world.
1 Corinthians 3:19 NIV