The Foursquare Gospel – The Dove: Marked By The Spirit

The Advantage of the Spirit

Jesus told His disciples, “It is for your that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you.” (John 16:7)
Jesus’  opens the door for something even greater: the coming to live inside each believer
Having the Spirit us is even more advantageous than Jesus’ physical presence us.

Baptized and Identified

To be baptized with the Holy Spirit is to be publicly with Jesus.
The Spirit places His mark on our lives, showing the world that we belong to .

The Spirits Work

He grows the of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Galatians 5:22-23)
He also gives spiritual to strengthen the church and serve the world. (1 Corinthians 12:7-11)
He also sets us free from the power of in our lives. (Romans 8:1–13)
The Holy Spirit works both and .

The Seal and Guarantee

Ephesians 1:13–14 calls the Holy Spirit the and  of our salvation.
The Holy Spirit assures us that we are God’s and that every promise of eternal life is already .

3 Takeaways

The Spirit’s Is Better Than

The Spirit and Us

The Spirit Our

5 Questions

How have I experienced the advantage Jesus promised when the Holy Spirit came to live within me?

What difference does God’s presence inside me make in my daily choices and relationships?

Which fruit of the Spirit do I see growing most—and which needs the most attention right now?

How does knowing the Spirit is the seal and guarantee of my salvation give me security and hope?

What is one practical step I can take this week to listen to and follow the Holy Spirit’s guidance?