Living Through the Holy Spirit

The Christian life is not meant to be lived in our own strength. In this message from Romans 8:4-11, Pastor Chris Teien explains how the Holy Spirit transforms our thinking, empowers our obedience, and gives believers the confidence to live with hope and purpose.God never intended us to simply follow a list of rules. Through faith in Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit lives within every believer, helping us overcome sin, renew our minds, and faithfully follow God's will. As we walk by the Spirit each day, we experience the life and peace that only God can provide.In This Message: 1. Choose to Set Your Mind on What Brings Life and PeaceThe direction of our lives begins with the direction of our thoughts. As we focus on God's truth instead of sinful desires, the Holy Spirit renews our minds and leads us into life and peace. (Romans 8:5-6; Romans 12:2; Galatians 5:16-25)2. Turn Away from Old Patterns That Keep You Spiritually StuckThe Holy Spirit calls believers to leave behind the old ways of living and walk in the freedom Christ provides. Instead of returning to empty habits and sinful patterns, we are empowered to live for God's glory. (Romans 8:7-9; Galatians 5:16-18)3. Depend Daily on the Holy Spirit Who Lives Within YouEvery believer has been given the Holy Spirit to guide, strengthen, and transform their life. God equips His children to grow spiritually and faithfully follow Christ through His power, not their own. (Romans 8:9-10; John 14:16-17)4. Walk with Confidence, Knowing God's Resurrection Power Is at WorkThe same power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in every believer. Because the Holy Spirit lives within us, we have confidence today and the assurance of eternal life through Jesus Christ. (Romans 8:11; Ephesians 1:18-20)TakeawayDon't try to live the Christian life in your own strength. Yield yourself to the Holy Spirit each day, allow Him to shape your thinking, and trust His power to guide you in faithful obedience to Christ.Illustrations• An old truck traveling familiar roads illustrates how easily people fall into spiritual ruts instead of following the new life Christ provides.• Driving a riding lawn mower by focusing on a distant point demonstrates the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on Christ rather than becoming distracted by the things around us.• The Bloomington Ferry Bridge illustrates how Jesus made a new way to God, enabling believers to live through the power of the Holy Spirit rather than under the burden of the Law.Key Quotes"The Christian life is not lived by trying harder. It is lived by walking with the Holy Spirit.""The Holy Spirit doesn't just comfort us. He transforms us.""The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in every believer."Search TopicsRomans 8, Holy Spirit, walking in the Spirit, Christian living, spiritual growth, life and peace, overcoming sin, resurrection power, following Jesus, Pastor Chris TeienFull Episode & Transcript:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/1864564826.0208de Learning a New Way to Live Helping you apply God's Word and follow Jesus in everyday life. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church  Find episode transcripts at Well.faith