What if there were 10 things you needed to know about the Holy Spirit? While there are certainly more, in this episode of the Pioneer Assembly, Bethany Barr Phillips explores ten essential things to know about the Holy Spirit. This is the episode to save, review, bookmark, whatever you have to do to have a place to look back and brush up when you need it.

We’d give the 10 to you in this description to give you a sneak peak, but then you might not get all of the explanation as to why we cover a few attributes we haven’t discussed in the Summer in the Spirit series. Did you catch that? There are a few twists.

We’ll give it to you like this: The discussion covers the importance of understanding the Holy Spirit's nature, His guidance in our lives, and the empowerment He provides for believers.

Let this episode serve as a comprehensive overview for those seeking to deepen their relationship with the Holy Spirit and understand His significance in their faith journey.

Takeaways

• “Never think of the Holy Spirit, as an it, an attitude, or an influence. He is a person and has very definite ways.” - RT Kendall
• Just because something is hard, doesn’t mean you misheard the Holy Spirit.
• When someone claims that they are speaking by the Holy Spirit, but what they are speaking, does not line up with the word of God, disregard it.
• Don’t discount that the Holy Spirit reveals the reality of Jesus.
• The guidance of the Holy Spirit in your life will reveal so much more to you than your own search ever could.
• When we display the fruits of the spirit in our life, we can be sure that the gifts of the spirit are operating where and how they’re supposed to be.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Holy Spirit Series

04:14 - Ten Key Insights About the Holy Spirit

17:06 - The Role of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives

30:55 - Conclusion and Reflection on the Holy Spirit

Links

Pioneer Assembly Substack (for extra resources on the Holy Spirit)

Pioneer Assembly Book Club

Pioneer Assembly Instagram

R.T. Kendall’s book Holy Fire

Can you really be “filled” or “receive” the Holy Spirit, or is it just a one time deal? In this episode, Bethany Barr Phillips explores receiving and being filled with the Holy Spirit. She emphasizes that this experience is not merely a one-time event but a continuous journey of prayer, pursuit, and obedience. The conversation delves into the nature of the Holy Spirit, the importance of understanding indwelling, and practical steps to cultivate a Spirit-filled life. Bethany encourages listeners to embrace the fullness of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives and to trust in God's faithfulness.

Takeaways

• Indwelling of the Holy Spirit occurs at salvation.
• Sanctification leads to greater empowerment by the Holy Spirit.
• Obedience is crucial for being filled with the Holy Spirit.
• Prayer is the foundation for a relationship with God.
• Pursuing God helps us understand the Holy Spirit's guidance.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Holy Spirit

04:46 - Understanding the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit

06:32 - Two Camps of Thought on Receiving the Holy Spirit

09:41 - Personal Experiences with the Holy Spirit

16:03 - Practical Steps to Receive the Holy Spirit

19:47 - The Importance of Obedience and Pursuit

22:04 - Conclusion and Encouragement

Pioneer Assembly Substack

Pioneer Assembly Book Club

Pioneer Assembly Instagram

• Asking the Holy Spirit for guidance is crucial in discovering gifts.
• Spiritual gifts are meant to serve the church and community.
• Public gifts are not more valuable than behind-the-scenes gifts.
• Love is essential in the exercise of spiritual gifts.
• Spiritual gifts are given for a purpose, not for personal gain.

• Knowing your spiritual gifts won’t simply make you a better Christian. It will make you a more fruitful Christian.

• “Some people have a warped idea of living the Christian life. Seeing talented, successful Christians, they attempt to imitate them. For them, the grass on the other side of the fence is always greener. But when they discover that their own gifts are different or their contributions are more modest (or even invisible), they collapse in discouragement and overlook genuine opportunities that are open to them. They have forgotten that they are here to serve Christ, not themselves.” - Billy Graham