Spirit-life Lessons from 2 Corinthians...or “May the Spirit fill you”

Spirit-lifeLessons from 2

Corinthians

Spirit-lifeLessons from 2

Corinthians

...or“May the Spirit

fill you”

The Spirit in 2 Corinthians...

“The central theme of 2 Corinthians is the relationship between suffering and the power of the Spirit in Paul’s apostolic life, ministry & message.”

Introduction to 2 Corinthians, ESV Study Bible

Through your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Goat ... err ... Ghost

‘May the Spirit be with you’ ??

I will be with you always...

Jesus, Mt 28:18

May God be with youChristian blessing,

gospel hymn

The Spirit is not like the Force!

The Force (FICTION!)

Generated by all living things

The Holy Spirit (REALITY!)

Given to Christians (1:20-22)



Generated by all living things.

Light & Dark Sides


Given to Christians (1:21-22)

Life-giving & all good (3:3-8)




Light & Dark Sides.

Impersonal force


Given to Christians(1:21-22)

Life-giving & all good(3:3-8)

Personal God (3:17)




Light & Dark Sides.

Impersonal force.

Can be controlled




Personal God (3:17)

Transforms us (3:18)

‘transformed into his likeness’




Light & Dark Sides.

Impersonal force.

Can be controlled.

Power available to elite




Personal God (3:17)

Transforms us (3:18)

Power available to all(3:18)

Be filled with the Spirit!

• Look for a personal relationship with Him

• Receive Him as a gift & receive His gifts

• Let Him transform you (lay down your

agenda)

• Step out in the power of the Spirit...

...it will bring LIFE & FREEDOM!

Spirit-life Lessons from 2 Corinthians...or “May the Spirit fill you”

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