Light + Truth Assurance in the Spirit
Jun 4, 2025
John Piper, Pastor and founder of DesiringGod.org, dives deep into the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. He explores how the Spirit assures believers of their spiritual security and empowers them to persevere in faith. Piper highlights the distinction between faith and hope, while discussing the Holy Spirit's active role in producing real-life changes aligned with divine principles. He reflects on biblical figures, the balance of assurance amidst struggles, and the lasting impact of God's promises, all culminating in a prayer for divine guidance.
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Hope Highlights Future Faith
- The word "hope" in Ephesians 1:12 stresses the future aspect of faith, highlighting trust in God's promises.
- Biblical hope emphasizes God's reliability and magnifies His trustworthiness in fulfilling His promises.
Holy Spirit's Seal Secures Believers
- The Holy Spirit seals believers with a mark or a cement that secures their inheritance.
- This sealing signifies security and God's guarantee of the believer’s eternal destiny.
Sealing Empowers Holiness And Obedience
- The sealing of the Holy Spirit is an active work that changes the believer’s heart and empowers obedience.
- Our security rests in the Spirit’s omnipotent power to cause us to walk in God's statutes, not merely in unconditional promises.
