Introduction
- Objective: To understand the role, characteristics, and work of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers and the church.
- Key Verses: John 14:26; Acts 1:8; Romans 8:14-16
Session 1: The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament
- Objective: To explore the Holy Spirit’s presence and work in the Old Testament.
- Key Passages: Genesis 1:2; Judges 6:34; Psalm 51:11; Ezekiel 36:27
- Discussion: How did the Holy Spirit operate in the lives of Old Testament figures?
Session 2: The Promise of the Holy Spirit
- Objective: To understand Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit to His disciples.
- Key Passages: John 14:15-17, 26; John 16:7-15
- Discussion: What did Jesus teach about the coming of the Holy Spirit?
Session 3: The Holy Spirit in Acts
- Objective: To study the arrival and impact of the Holy Spirit in the early church.
- Key Passages: Acts 2:1-4; Acts 10:44-46
- Discussion: How did the Holy Spirit empower and guide the early church?
Session 4: The Role of the Holy Spirit in the Believer’s Life
- Objective: To explore the transformative role of the Holy Spirit in individual believers.
- Key Passages: Romans 8:14-17; Galatians 5:22-23
- Discussion: In what ways does the Holy Spirit work in a believer’s life?
Session 5: Gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Objective: To understand the variety and purpose of spiritual gifts.
- Key Passages: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Romans 12:6-8
- Discussion: How should believers understand and use their spiritual gifts?
Session 6: The Holy Spirit and Prayer
- Objective: To discover the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and empowering our prayer life.
- Key Passages: Romans 8:26-27; Jude 1:20
- Discussion: How does the Holy Spirit assist us in prayer?
Session 7: The Holy Spirit and Sanctification
- Objective: To discuss the Holy Spirit’s role in the process of sanctification.
- Key Passages: 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Peter 1:2
- Discussion: What is the process of sanctification, and how does the Holy Spirit contribute to it?
Conclusion and Application
- Objective: To apply the understanding of the Holy Spirit to personal faith and church life.
- Group Activity: Share personal experiences of the Holy Spirit’s work in your life.
- Personal Reflection: Identify areas in your life where you desire more of the Holy Spirit’s influence.
Additional Resources
- Recommended readings, podcasts, and sermons on the Holy Spirit.
Prayer and Commitment
- A closing prayer session inviting the Holy Spirit to work more deeply in individual and communal life.
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