In this week’s episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we continue our journey through The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley, focusing on Chapter 3: The Indwelling Spirit. Tatum walks through Stanley’s personal experience with imposter syndrome and how it led him to a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power in his life.
This chapter highlights the difference between simply believing in the Holy Spirit and actively living a Spirit-filled life. Tatum discusses how many believers, though saved and sincere, may not be experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit because He is not fully activated in their daily lives. Stanley’s transparency about his own struggle brings clarity and hope for those who want to experience more of God but aren’t sure how.
Through practical application and biblical insight, this episode challenges listeners to consider their own level of intimacy with the Holy Spirit. It’s not just about having Him present, but about allowing Him to fully take residence and lead. The chapter also touches on being sealed by the Spirit and the confidence we can have in knowing that God has taken up permanent residence within us.
Reflection Prompt:
Take a moment to meditate on these two truths:
- The Holy Spirit is God.
- The Holy Spirit lives in me.
What do these truths mean for your daily life? How should they affect your thoughts, decisions, character, relationships, and sense of purpose?
Scriptures Mentioned (in order of appearance):
1 Corinthians 6:19
1 Corinthians 13:12
Genesis 1:1–3
Colossians 1:13–16
Genesis 1:26
Genesis 1:27
Acts 5:1–4
Hebrews 9:14
John 20:22
Acts 1:8
1 John 3:24
1 Thessalonians 4:8
1 Peter 1:11
Galatians 4:6
1 Corinthians 3:16–17
Romans 8:9
Romans 8:11
2 Timothy 1:14
Jeremiah 31:31–34
Mark 15:38
Ephesians 1:13–14
Matthew 27:66
Revelation 20:3
Revelation 7:4–8
Revelation 14:1–5
Ephesians 4:30
Book Featured
The Spirit-Filled Life: Discover the Joy of Surrendering to the Holy Spirit by Charles Stanley https://a.co/d/ceKoWk3
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