Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times ST71: On the Spirit and the Speedo Guy (OR: "Walking with the Spirit") (The Holy Spirit Series)
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Apr 3, 2025 The discussion dives into the fascinating concept of walking with the Spirit, exploring the journey of faith alongside divine influence. A humorous yet thought-provoking character, the 'Speedo Guy,' illustrates contrasts between living in the Spirit versus the flesh. The uniqueness of faith traditions regarding the Holy Spirit sets the stage for an engaging theological exploration. A video game analogy vividly captures the desire for deeper spiritual experiences. Finally, the conversation navigates the fruit of the Spirit, emphasizing love and its transformative power.
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Order of Salvation
- The order of salvation events can vary, but the goal is always life with God.
- Receiving the Holy Spirit is a down payment, with more to come as we grow in faith.
The Spirit's Work
- The Holy Spirit's work in us is an ongoing process of submitting ourselves to God's will.
- It's not about getting more of the Spirit, but the Spirit getting more of us.
The Underutilized Gift
- Nijay Gupta's mom underutilized her Amazon Echo because she didn't understand its capabilities.
- This is like Christians focusing on salvation but not exploring the Spirit's many gifts.