Blue Ridge Community Church
Empowered: Part 3
Locations & Times
Blue Ridge Community Church - New London
2361 New London Rd, Forest, VA 24551, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:30 AM
1) The Holy Spirit isn’t an “it” or a “tool”—He is a PERSON.
2) The Holy Spirit isn’t a lesser version of God—He is GOD.
3) The Holy Spirit isn’t temporary—He is ETERNAL.
4) In Jesus, the disciples had Immanuel—God WITH us.
In the Spirit, we have—God IN us.
2) The Holy Spirit isn’t a lesser version of God—He is GOD.
3) The Holy Spirit isn’t temporary—He is ETERNAL.
4) In Jesus, the disciples had Immanuel—God WITH us.
In the Spirit, we have—God IN us.
1) What has stood out to you so far in this series?
-What has challenged you, encouraged you, or made you think differently?
OR (if you haven't been here)
2) When you hear we’re doing a series on the Holy Spirit—how does that make you feel? Curious? Excited? Hesitant? Confused? Hopeful?
-And where do you think those feelings come from?
-What has challenged you, encouraged you, or made you think differently?
OR (if you haven't been here)
2) When you hear we’re doing a series on the Holy Spirit—how does that make you feel? Curious? Excited? Hesitant? Confused? Hopeful?
-And where do you think those feelings come from?
Counselor (CSB)
Counselor (CSB)
Advocate (NIV, NLT, NET)
Helper (ESV, NASB, NKJV) Comforter (KJV)
Advocate (NIV, NLT, NET)
Helper (ESV, NASB, NKJV) Comforter (KJV)
Greek: par-ak-lē-tos (παράκλητος)
Meaning: "One who is called alongside to help"
Meaning: "One who is called alongside to help"
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
The Spirit’s role is not passive—He actively leads us into truth and maturity.
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
The Holy Spirit will never lead us to do something that contradicts God’s Word.
John 14:26b CSB
…will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have told you.
John 14:26b CSB
…will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have told you.
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
3) The Holy Spirit COMFORTS us.
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
3) The Holy Spirit COMFORTS us.
Which of the truths we've explored today about the Holy Spirit impacted or excited you the most—and why?
OR
Based on what you’re walking through right now in life—
Which of these truths about the Holy Spirit do you need most?
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
3) The Holy Spirit COMFORTS us.
OR
Based on what you’re walking through right now in life—
Which of these truths about the Holy Spirit do you need most?
As our COUNSELOR…
1) The Holy Spirit is our ADVOCATE and HELPER-both before God and before people.
2) The Holy Spirit LEADS and TEACHES.
3) The Holy Spirit COMFORTS us.
New Here?
Welcome! Thanks so much for being here with us today. We are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please stop by the Info Center after the service to say hello. They can tell you a little bit about Blue Ridge and help get you connected.
blueridge.org/Welcome
blueridge.org/Welcome
Start Here
If you are checking out Blue Ridge, or just want to know more about who we are and how you can get plugged into community—check out Start Here. You will learn about our history, values, and ways to get connected; and we'll get to know you as well. Sign up now to secure your spot.
blueridge.org/StartHere
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Lifeline
If you’re going through a tough season—grief, anxiety, loss, or just feeling overwhelmed—our Lifeline ministry is here to help. Lifeline offers one-on-one, confidential support from trained caregivers who are ready to walk with you through whatever you're facing.
blueridge.org/Lifeline
blueridge.org/Lifeline
Serving Opportunities
Have you ever wondered what it truly means to serve? It’s more than just doing a good deed—it’s a transformative journey that draws us closer to God and shapes us in powerful ways.
When we say yes to serving, God equips us, fills us, and walks with us through it all. It’s not just about helping—it’s about stepping into His purpose and experiencing His heart more deeply.
If you’ve been sensing that nudge to serve, now’s the time to take a step. Stop by the Info Center to learn more about serving or visiting our website to see what opportunities are available.
blueridge.org/Serve
When we say yes to serving, God equips us, fills us, and walks with us through it all. It’s not just about helping—it’s about stepping into His purpose and experiencing His heart more deeply.
If you’ve been sensing that nudge to serve, now’s the time to take a step. Stop by the Info Center to learn more about serving or visiting our website to see what opportunities are available.
blueridge.org/Serve
Summer Camp/Senior Trip and God's Provision
Hey Youth Parents!
Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to get your middle school or high school student signed up for Summer Camp or the Senior Trip! These experiences aren’t just fun—they’re life-changing opportunities for students to grow in their faith, build friendships, and make lifelong memories. And here’s the incredible part—God has provided scholarships for families in need and enough funds to lower the cost for everyone!
Don’t miss out—get all the details and register today!
blueridge.org/SummerCamp
blueridge.org/SeniorTrip
Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to get your middle school or high school student signed up for Summer Camp or the Senior Trip! These experiences aren’t just fun—they’re life-changing opportunities for students to grow in their faith, build friendships, and make lifelong memories. And here’s the incredible part—God has provided scholarships for families in need and enough funds to lower the cost for everyone!
Don’t miss out—get all the details and register today!
blueridge.org/SummerCamp
blueridge.org/SeniorTrip
Groups
Groups are intended to bring us together to experience authentic discipleship and life-giving community. Each group has its own focus, centered on biblically based content, working toward our greater mission of helping people follow Jesus. We have groups for couples, women, men, singles, seniors, moms & those still in college.
blueridge.org/Groups
blueridge.org/Groups
Care Ministries
If you're having a difficult time right now, we invite you to consider one of our Care Ministries. You can connect with a Lifeline caregiver or get plugged into a Care Group such as GriefShare, DivorceCare, MoneyWorks, Life's Healing Choices, or Proven Men. We would be honored for the opportunity to walk beside you.
blueridge.org/Care
blueridge.org/Care
Give
For those of you who call Blue Ridge home, we encourage you to continue to worship through giving. There are severals ways this can be done.(1) Use one of our giving boxes as you leave the auditorium. (2) Give online at blueridge.org/give (3) Text NL for New London, or BD for Bedford, and the monetary amount to (434) 290-4483 (For example NL100 or BD100). (4) Mail a check made out to Blue Ridge Community Church to 2361 New London Rd. Forest VA, 24551, noting your campus on the memo line.
https://www.blueridge.org/GiveBlue Ridge Community Church
"Helping people follow Jesus"
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"Helping people follow Jesus"
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