In this, our continuing study of the Holy Spirit, we learn today that as believers, we simply cannot continue to grow in Jesus Christ apart from the work of the Holy Spirit. The apostle Paul, in Romans 8:13, reiterates that, as Christ followers, we are to die to the flesh and instead, live accordingly to the Spirit of God. In fact, our sanctification is impossible without the Spirit. But, rest easy, loved ones, we are in good hands… we possess the Holy Spirit, our Helper, our Friend.
What an incredibly simple concept: when you put your faith in the Lord, you have nothing to fear; not today... not tomorrow... not ever!...
James reminded us in Chapter 2, and throughout this letter, that true faith involves action: we are to 'put feet to our faith'. James...