“Humans can produce only human life, but the Holy Spirit gives birth to spiritual life.” John 3:5-6
We often hear of and talk about living the spiritual life, but have you ever dug into what living this kind of life is really like? It is becoming disciplined to listen to the Holy Spirit as he talks with us. It is growing spiritually and becoming a new person, one who characterizes the ways of Christ. Living the holy life is becoming empowered to grow in holiness and produce the fruit that is grown when Christ envelopes you. It is a life that is not generated by “self” but instead is a direct result of Holy Spirit’s work and presence in our lives. It is a life that requires constant growth by talking often with the Holy Spirit and using His wisdom and understanding to be applied to our own lives for telling the story of Jesus to others. It is a life that others will look at in wonder and sometimes in disdain. There may be persecution and harsh words thrown in our direction, but with a strong relationship with the Holy Spirit, we are able to withstand and continue on. Living the holy life is not easy. It requires a change in the characteristics of our earthly life that others will see and question. It is a life that we must be willing to defend and live, even though others may think of it as foolish. PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!
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