Becoming a Savvy FollowerPrøve

THE HOLY SPIRIT In the Old Testament, individuals were filled with God’s Spirit at specific times for very specific purposes. But now, through His death and resurrection, all who follow Jesus as their Lord and Savior are given the Holy Spirit to dwell with them. He is called the Helper, Counselor, Advocate, Comforter, the Spirit of Truth, the Spirit of Life, Teacher, Intercessor, Guide, and more. If you are in Christ, there is no distance between you and God, for the Spirit of God is in you. Isn’t that amazing?! On the one hand, we have 24/7 access to the Creator of the whole world. On the other hand, we somehow manage to ignore Him and live like we know what we’re doing and where we’re going. Repeatedly in Scripture, God invites His people to follow Him. Sometimes, He gives a visible sign like fire that is easy to follow. Most often, though, the invitation is to lay down pride, ego, self-sufficiency, and distractions so that we can spend time in His presence. Ask Yourself: -What have you learned about the Holy Spirit? -How will you pause to remember the presence of God’s Spirit as you go about your day? -What decision are you facing right now that requires God’s unique perspective, and how will you seek it? Pause to Pray: Use this old gospel song to lead you into prayer. > Come, Holy Spirit, I need you. Come, sweet Spirit, I pray. > Come in your strength and your power. Come in your own gentle way.