The Work & Nature of the Holy Spirit ~ Seal & Guarantee

Today’s sermon delves into the Holy Spirit’s role in ensuring believers’ salvation by acting as a seal of God’s ownership. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing the Holy Spirit’s presence and work, offering assurance and confidence in one’s relationship with Christ. Doubts about salvation are addressed, with the Holy Spirit’s transformative work seen as evidence of adoption as children of God. Believers are encouraged to seek a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit’s work for a bold and secure faith.

Recording

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Study Guide

Take the sermon further with friends and family with these discussion questions.

1 – What does it mean to be sealed by the Holy Spirit and why is it significant for our salvation?
– Application: How do you see the work of the Holy Spirit in your own life, and how does it assure you of your salvation?

2 – How can we identify the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives?
– Application: What evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work have you encountered in your own life?

3 – How do the scriptures mentioned in the sermon (2 Corinthians 1:21-22, 5:5 and Ephesians 1:13-14, 4:30) relate to the role of the Holy Spirit in assuring our salvation?
– Application: In what ways have these scriptures helped you understand the importance of the Holy Spirit in your faith journey?

4 – What is the importance of recognizing doubts about one’s salvation, and how can we find assurance in the midst of those doubts?
– Application: How can you find assurance in the Holy Spirit’s work when doubts arise in your own faith journey?

5 – Why is sanctification and being led in God’s ways an important aspect of the Holy Spirit’s work in believers?
– Application:  How have you experienced sanctification and growth in your walk with God as a result of the Holy Spirit’s guidance?

Scripture References

John 16:7
John 16:18
2 Corinthians 4:7-12
2 Corinthians 1:21-22
2 Corinthians 5:5
Ephesians 1:13-14
Ephesians 4:30
2 Timothy 1:7
Genesis 3:19
Philippians 1:21
Romans 8:16-17
Romans 8:35-39
2 Corinthians 5:17