Holy Spirit | Week 2

HOLY SPIRIT – WEEK 2 April 26, 2026 Pastor Dave Brown Moving from simply understanding the Holy Spirit to actively living in relationship with Him daily. KEY IDEA The Holy Spirit is meant to be experienced, not just studied. 1. THE HOLY SPIRIT IS NOT JUST A CONCEPT The Spirit lives in us and is active in our lives We are meant to understand and experience what God has given Scripture: John 14:16–17; 1 Corinthians 2:12–14 2. FROM KNOWLEDGE TO RELATIONSHIP The Holy Spirit guides, speaks, and leads Christianity is not just belief—it’s relationship Scripture: John 16:13; Romans 8:14; 2 Corinthians 13:14 3. LEARNING TO LISTEN God often speaks in subtle ways We must slow down and pay attention Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11–12; John 10:27 4. OBEDIENCE BRINGS CLARITY Spiritual sensitivity grows through action Obedience strengthens our ability to hear Scripture: James 1:22; Acts 5:32; Galatians 5:25 5. EMBRACING DISCOMFORT The Spirit often leads beyond comfort zones Growth happens when we trust God’s leading Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17; Galatians 5:16; Isaiah 55:8–9 6. DAILY DEPENDENCE The Holy Spirit is for everyday life—not just church We are called to live continually filled and led Scripture: Luke 11:13; Romans 8:5–6; Ephesians 5:18 APPLICATION (THIS WEEK) Ask the Holy Spirit to speak (Luke 11:13) Pause and listen (Psalm 46:10) Act on one prompting (James 1:22) Reflect on what happens (Psalm 119:15) CLOSING “This isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being available.”Philippians 2:13