Greater power

   In our day-to-day life, the empowerment of the Holy Spirit is needed. Wherever we go, and no matter what kind of work we have, we need the Holy Spirit. It teaches us the best course of action in any given situation. It serves as our internal code or moral compass whenever we witness an ethical dilemma. It gives us the physical skill and strength we need at work. It also gives us focus and determination whenever the need arises. It activates the emotional intelligence within us during adversity. "It’s a force that causes us to go to work with a smile, give our best even on days we['d] rather stay home in bed."1


  

    We cannot function well in life without the Holy Spirit. This is what distinguishes us from other types of beliefs. Others depend on their own experience or skill to fulfill their tasks and roles but we rely on the power and might of the Holy Spirit.

    "... for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world."2 - 1 John 4:4

  As we face trials and challenges in life remember that the Holy Spirit which dwells in you is greater than anything in this world that opposes the works of God. God calls us to excel and dominate the world in every sphere of life to magnify his name and make his works known through you. Let God use you in whatever field you are in right now.



Footnotes:

1 Cunanan, Fer. Leadership: God's faithful and wise disciple. Sermon at ENCM, Mississauga, ON, June 26, 2022. 

2 BibleHub. https://biblehub.com/1_john/4-4.htm (Accessed on July 15, 2022)


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