Have you ever started something for God, only to face discouragement and opposition that made you want to quit? In the book of Ezra, the Israelites encountered this very situation as they rebuilt the temple. But through the preaching of God’s Word, their passion was reignited, and they were empowered to persevere. Despite opposition, the people returned to the task with renewed vigor. Discover how staying close to God’s Word can help you overcome attacks, despondency, and spiritual decline. If you’ve grown weary in your journey, find encouragement in His Word today. It will guide, strengthen, and empower you to carry on, even in the most challenging of times.
Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit (1) is a person having mind, will and emotions and communicates spiritual knowledge, understanding and wisdom to a believer; (2) indwells a believer, teaches, guides, convicts a believer, witnesses and glorifies Jesus; (3) functions in inspiration, illumination, sealing, and baptism into the body of Christ; (4) distributes spiritual gifts to each believer and empowers each believer. Believers are commanded to be controlled by the Holy Spirit in order to live out the character and conduct of Jesus Christ.