Are We Quenching the Holy Spirit Today?

Are we resisting the Holy Spirit without even realizing it? Could pride, false confidence, or spiritual complacency be keeping us from true humility before God? In this personal and thought-provoking message, Brother Carlton shares a real-life encounter after breakfast that led him to reflect on spiritual blindness, resisting conviction, and the urgent need for self-examination in the days we are living in. In this message, you will discover: Why simply claiming to be a Christian is not enough What it means to resist or quench the Holy Spirit The danger of pride, false confidence, and spiritual complacency Why humility is essential to walking closely with God How self-examination can lead to repentance and renewed faith Biblical encouragement for trusting God in uncertain times Practical reminders about prayer, Scripture, and seeking God first As society grows darker and the fear of God seems to disappear, this message serves as both a warning and an encouragement to examine your heart, humble yourself before God, and seek Him while He may be found. Key Scriptures Mentioned: Matthew 7:21 • Matthew 6:33 • Acts 7:51 • 1 Peter 5:6–7 • Romans 8:9 • Galatians 5:16 • Luke 18:8 If this message encourages or challenges you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to help spread biblical truth. Get Brother Carlton’s book: Digging For Spiritual Treasure: A Collection of Meditations From My Hollywood Apartment on Amazon. Listen to The Brother Carlton Show on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. Read more inspiring and educational articles by Brother Carlton on FaithWriters.com