Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast Is It Okay for Pastors to Ask the Holy Spirit to Come Down?
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Jun 20, 2025 The discussion kicks off with a look at pastors inviting the Holy Spirit into worship, raising questions about emotional reliance in services. They delve into the treatment of slaves in ancient Israel compared to other cultures, highlighting the protections God provided. The topic of women in pastoral roles stirs debate, exploring scriptural interpretations. Finally, the speakers tackle how Christians can maintain a relationship with Jesus despite never having seen him, emphasizing the significance of spiritual connection over physical presence.
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Pray for Spirit's Filling, Not Arrival
- Use precise language when praying for the Holy Spirit, focusing on being filled rather than asking Him to "come down."
- Accept some imprecise phrases but clarify theology to avoid misunderstanding about the Spirit's presence in believers.
Avoid Worship Emotionalism Trap
- Churches seeking constant emotional highs from worship risk creating temporary, unstable experiences.
- True relationship with God includes joy and hardship, so don't expect euphoric feelings every service.
Faith's Joy and Discipline Cycle
- Greg Koukl describes his initial joyful experience in faith followed by a season of deep struggle and growth.
- This reflects that Christian life naturally cycles through highs and disciplinary lows like a marriage.
