The weeks between Passover and Pentecost seem less familiar than the first few days after Jesus’ death. We know that Jesus died on the cross, was buried, and three days later rose from the dead. But what about after that? What about the times Jesus appeared to His disciples during His 40 days on earth and the coming of the Holy Spirit? What do these days mean for Christ-followers today? This is a new series that will walk us through the Scriptures and 50 days that changed the world. After Jesus resurrection He was on the earth for 40 days. Then the disciples were in the upper room fasting and praying and seeking God for 10 days. And then Pentecost came! Sunday June the 5th is Pentecost Sunday and so this whole series of messages is guiding us toward Pentecost Sunday and we’re going to believe God for a mighty outpouring of his Holy Spirit.
Passover to Pentecost
50 Days that Changed the World
Message #5: Why I Need the Holy Spirit
Texts: Matthew 16:24, John 14:26, Romans 8:26-28, Ephesians 6:18,
1 Corinthians 13: 1-3, 13; 14:1-4, John 13:35
Pastor Tom Cogle
Sunday, May 22, 2022
Matthew 16:24
Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me.
Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit to be able to follow Jesus.
FOUR WAYS THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPS US:
1. THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPS US IN OUR WEAKNESS.
He teaches us and reminds us.
2. THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPS US PRAY.
Praying in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion.
3. THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPS US KNOW GOD’S WILL.
Praying in the Spirit bypasses our pragmatic brain.
4. THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPS US FOLLOW JESUS WITH CONFIDENCE.
You don’t have to try to live this Christian life all by yourself.