Pray the Word with David Platt Living by the Spirit (John 20:20–22)
Sep 23, 2025
David Platt dives into John 20:22, exploring the profound moment of Jesus breathing the Holy Spirit into his followers. He connects this to God's original desire for an intimate relationship with humanity. Listeners are encouraged to live fully by the Spirit, embracing prayer and mission. The discussion includes heartfelt prayers for Spirit-filled lives and a special focus on the Sunri Sadhubanik people in Bangladesh and their need to hear the gospel. Insightful and inspiring, it's a call to deepen one's spiritual journey.
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Breath Connects Creation And New Life
- John 20:22 echoes Genesis 2: God breathes life into humanity and now breathes his Spirit into believers.
- This links creation's intimate relationship with God to restored life through Christ's Spirit.
Resurrection Restores Intimacy With God
- Christ's death and resurrection restore the intimate relationship with God broken by sin and enable his Spirit to dwell within believers.
- Receiving the Holy Spirit is the sign and means of restored, personal communion with God.
Live Daily In The Spirit's Fullness
- Live today in the fullness of the Holy Spirit and embrace intimate relationship with God.
- Walk led by the Spirit in every thought, desire, word, and action to resist sin and reflect Christ.