Tuesday, September 16, 2025

EXERCISE GOD’S – YEHOVAH’S SPIRIT IN YOUR LIFE

The Holy Spirit plays a central role in the life of a follower of the lord Messiah Yeshua by providing power, guidance, and support.

Here are the key roles outlined:

1.      Source of Power: The Holy Spirit is described as God's - Yehovah's unlimited power, enabling the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to perform good works, overcome challenges, and grow spiritually. ​ It is the same power that allowed the Messiah Yeshua to perform miracles. ​

2.      Comforter: The Holy Spirit is referred to as the "Comforter" (paracletos), meaning it helps, supports, and consoles the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, especially during times of distress. ​

3.      Guidance into Truth: The Holy Spirit guides the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua into all truth, helping them understand God's – Yehovah’s word and His will. ​

4.      Transformation and Growth: The Holy Spirit helps the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua grow spiritually, develop godly character, and produce "fruits of the Spirit," such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). ​

5.      Connection to God: The Holy Spirit dwells within the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, connecting them to God - Yehovah and enabling them to live according to His will. ​ Without the Spirit, one is not considered a true servant of God - Yehovah. ​

6.      Empowerment for Obedience: The Spirit empowers the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to obey God's – Yehovah’s laws and live righteously.

7.      Support in Trials: The Holy Spirit provides strength to endure trials and tests, helping the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua grow stronger in faith. ​

8.      Active Force: The Spirit is described as active and dynamic, flowing like a river current. ​ It must be exercised through prayer, Bible study, fasting, meditation, obedience, and good works to grow and remain effective.

9.      Source of Comfort and Sound Mind: The Spirit provides comfort, hope, and a sound mind, freeing the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua from fear and enabling them to live securely and confidently. ​

In summary, the Holy Spirit is essential for spiritual growth, empowerment, guidance, and connection to God - Yehovah, enabling the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to live a life that reflects God's – Yehovah’s character and purpose.

THE FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT

The document lists the fruits of the Holy Spirit as described in Galatians 5:22-23. These are:

1.      Love

2.      Joy

3.      Peace

4.      Long-suffering (Patience)

5.      Gentleness

6.      Goodness

7.      Faith

8.      Meekness

9.      Self Control

These fruits are evidence of God's – Yehovah’s Spirit working in the life of a follower of the lord Messiah Yeshua. They reflect godly character and are contrasted with the "works of the flesh," which include negative traits such as hatred, envy, and strife. The fruits of the Spirit are developed through prayer, Bible study, fasting, meditation, obedience, and living according to God's – Yehovah’s word. It is developed by obeying the words that Yeshua’s God and Father Yehovah gave to him to give to us to obey! If you don’t obey the words of the lord Messiah Yeshua, you are none of his.

WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE?

The Holy Spirit is essential for the growth of the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, serving as the empowering force that enables believers to develop spiritually and reflect God's – Yehovah’s character.

Here are the key points about its significance:

1.      Source of Spiritual Power: The Holy Spirit provides the power (dunamis) necessary for the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to grow in grace, knowledge, and godly character. It is described as the same power that enabled Jesus-Yeshua to perform miracles and live a perfect and sinless life.

2.      Transformation and Renewal: The Holy Spirit transforms believers, renewing their "inward man" daily (2 Corinthians 4:16). It helps the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua become more like the Messiah Yeshua by enabling them to think and act as he did (Philippians 2:5).

3.      Production of Spiritual Fruits: The Spirit produces the "fruits of the Spirit" (love, joy, peace, patience, etc. ), which are evidence of spiritual growth and godly living (Galatians 5:22-23).

4.      Guidance and Teaching: The Holy Spirit guides the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua into all truth, helping them understand God's – Yehovah’s instructions and words, and apply them in their lives. It also brings to remembrance the Messiah Yeshua’s teachings (John 14:26).

5.      Empowerment for Obedience: The Spirit empowers believers to obey God's – Yehovah’s instructions and live righteously. It strengthens them to overcome trials, endure challenges, and resist the "works of the flesh."

6.      Active and Dynamic: The Holy Spirit is likened to a flowing river, emphasizing that it must be actively exercised through prayer, Bible study, fasting, meditation, and good works. Neglecting these practices can cause the Spirit to diminish in one’s life.

7.      Preparation for Eternal Life: The Holy Spirit is described as a "down payment" or "earnest" of the full spiritual transformation the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua will receive at the Messiah Yeshua’s return (Romans 8:11, 2 Corinthians 5:5).

In summary, the Holy Spirit is vital for the growth of the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, enabling them to develop godly character, produce spiritual fruits, and live in alignment with God's – Yehovah’s will. It is the driving force behind a transformation of the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, preparing them for eternal life.

WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE HOLY SPIRIT AND CHARACTER

There is a strong relationship between the Holy Spirit and character development for the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua, emphasizing that the Holy Spirit is the driving force behind the development of godly traits and virtues. Here are the key points:

1.      Source of Godly Character: The Holy Spirit empowers the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to develop godly character by producing the "fruits of the Spirit," such as love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). These fruits reflect the character of the Messiah Yeshua and are evidence of the Spirit's work in a believer's life.

2.      Transformation into Christlikeness: The Holy Spirit enables the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua to think and act like the Messiah Yeshua. Paul instructs believers to "let this mind be in you, which was also in the Messiah Yeshua" (Philippians 2:5). Through the Spirit, the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua are transformed to reflect the Messiah Yeshua’s humility, love, and obedience.

3.      Empowerment for Obedience: The Spirit strengthens believers to obey God's instructions and live righteously. It helps them overcome the "works of the flesh" (e.g., hatred, envy, strife) and replace them with godly virtues.

4.      Active Growth: The character of a follower of the lord Messiah Yeshua is not static; it requires active effort. The Holy Spirit must be "stirred up" and exercised through prayer, Bible study, fasting, meditation, and good works. Neglecting these practices can lead to the Spirit diminishing, which hinders the development of godly character.

5.      Evidence of a true follower of the lord Messiah Yeshua: The presence of the Holy Spirit and the resulting godly character are the defining marks of a true follower. Without the Spirit, one cannot belong to the Messiah Yeshua or develop the character that reflects God's – Yehovah’s nature (Romans 8:9-10).

6.      Love as the Fulfillment of God’s – Yehovah’s will: Love, a fruit of the Spirit, is the fulfillment of God's – Yehovah’s law (Romans 13:10). Through the Spirit, the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua are empowered to show true love toward God - Yehovah and all men and women, which is central to godly character. ​It is keeping the creed of the lord Messiah Yeshua found in Mark 12:28-32.

In summary, the Holy Spirit is essential for developing character in the followers of the lord Messiah Yeshua. It transforms believers, empowers them to live righteously, and produces the fruits that reflect God's – Yehovah’s nature. This ongoing process requires active participation and reliance on God’s – Yehovah’s Holy Spirit to grow in grace and godliness.

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