We Are The Church – The Book Of Acts Part 2 – Week 5 “Spirit-Led”

We Are The Church – The Book Of Acts Part 2 – Week 5 “Spirit-Led”

Acts 1:8 NIV

1. The Holy Spirit never opposes the Word. (John 16:13–14; John 14:26)
2. The Holy Spirit always glorifies Jesus. (John 16:14)
3. The Holy Spirit is a Person — Teacher, Counselor, Comforter, Revealer of truth. (John 14:16; John 14:26; John 16:13)

Galatians 5:16 NIV

A Spirit-led church is not led by emotion, pressure, or preference — but by the .

Following the Spirit doesn’t always lead to — but it always leads to

Acts 16:6-8 NIV

1. The Holy Spirit Doors to Guide Your Steps

Many people interpret closed doors as rejection when they are actually divine direction. The Spirit’s “No” is often protection for a greater “Yes.”

Acts 16: 13-15 NIV – Lydia and the church of Philippi.

2. The Holy Spirit Works Through Simple .

Big moves of God often begin with .

Acts 16:16-18 NIV

Acts 16: 25-26 NIV

3. The Holy Spirit You in What He Leads You Into.

The Spirit doesn’t just lead you into purpose — He you in pressure.

Spirit-led people before the breakthrough, not after it.

Acts 16: 27-30 NIV

Galatians 5:16-24 NIV

Being Spirit-led means:

1. Dependence over independence.
2. Surrender over control.
3. Alignment over self-will.

Galatians 5:19-24 NIV

Gifts may impress people — proves you are Spirit-led.

Galatians 5:25 NIV

How do we grow in being Spirit-led?

1. Learn to listen — through prayer and Scripture.
2. Obey quickly — growth happens at decision points.
3. Practice in community — serving, loving, burden-bearing.

Safeguards:

1. Test everything by Scripture.
2. Stay prayerful.
3. Stay surrendered.

A Spirit-led church trusts God’s direction, worships through difficulty, and keeps in step with the Spirit.

Notes:

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