A Work of th Spirit

We all want a life that is full—marked by joy, purpose, peace, and meaningful relationships. Scripture calls this the abundant life. But this kind of life doesn’t happen accidentally. It is formed in us as we learn to live in surrender to God and walk in step with His Spirit.

REVIEW: Posture of Surrender.

READ: Ephesians 5:18
“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.”

DISCUSS: What does it look like for your life to be led instead of controlled? Where are you resisting surrender because you are unsure you can trust God fully?

REVIEW: Surrender to Scripture.

READ: 2 Timothy 3:16–17
“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”

DISCUSS: How is Scripture currently shaping your thoughts and decisions? Where might God be inviting you not just to read His Word, but to be formed by it?

REVIEW: Surrender to Holy Spirit.

READ: John 14:26
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”

DISCUSS: How do you recognize the voice or prompting of the Holy Spirit in your life? What tends to make you more or less sensitive to His leading?

REVIEW: Surrender to Authority.

READ: Proverbs 11:14
“For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.”

DISCUSS: Who has permission to speak into your life right now? What keeps you from seeking or receiving wise, godly counsel?

REVIEW: Quick Repentance.

READ: John 10:27
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.”

DISCUSS: When you sense conviction or correction, how do you typically respond? What would it look like to practice quicker, more joyful repentance?

ASK

Where is God inviting you to surrender more fully so that His Spirit can shape your life?

PRAY

Holy Spirit, we want to live the life You have invited us into. Soften our hearts where we are resistant, quiet our minds where we are distracted, and give us the courage to surrender fully to You. Teach us to listen, to trust, and to follow You daily as You lead us into a life that reflects Jesus. Amen.

INVITATION TO RESPOND

This week, take intentional and practical steps toward surrender:

• Surrender your control: Identify one area (schedule, decision, relationship) and intentionally submit it to God in prayer each day.
• Engage Scripture daily: Read one passage each day and ask, “How should this shape how I live today?”
• Practice listening: Set aside 5 quiet minutes daily to listen for the Holy Spirit and write down what you sense.
• Seek counsel: Reach out to one trusted believer and invite honest input about an area of your life.
• Repent quickly: When you feel conviction, respond immediately—confess it, turn from it, and move forward in grace.

A Spirit-filled life isn’t built in a moment—it’s formed through daily surrender. And that life is closer than you think.

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