“Live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under law.” Gal. 5:16-18
What is it about a Spirit-led person that stirs something inside another causing this other to desire what they have?
What is it about the faith of a Spirit-led Believer that beckons us into the arms of the God they serve?
Let’s explore some characteristics of a person who lives life led by the Spirit.
A Spirit-led person:
- is Not overwhelmed (level headed), yet can exhibit emotion with self control (like King David ~2Sam. 6:14-21; 1Chr. 28:19-20; Ps. 31:13-14)
- is light-handed and patient with life and circumstance (versus “controlling” in a negative sense) ~Ps. 138:8; Rom. 15:13
- knows their limits and understands their unique “call” (at peace with who they are purposed to be) ~Eph. 2:10; 2Cor. 10:13
- exhibits a humble and discerning spirit as well as the fruits of the Spirit ~Phil. 1:10; Gal. 5:22-23; Col. 3:12
- is thankful for personal correction (Seek accountability because of a personal desire to mature in Christ.) ~Prv. 15:32; Jms. 1:4
- has a joyful heart amidst “realist understanding” of life’s challenges (don’t live in a fantasy bubble) ~Prv. 12:20; 1Ths. 1:6
- exhibits wholehearted devotion to God and a vibrant relationship with God ~2Cor. 6:4-10
- has a vibrant prayer life (Understands prayer opens the way for God to work.) ~Acts 2:42; Matt. 6:6; Phil. 4:6-7
- Love oozes from their being ~1Jn. 4:7-8
There are a TON more verses and many more characteristics describing a Spirit-led person, but this is a start. ~If you are willing, please join us in this short prayer:
“Lord, give me Your eyes and Your understanding into the circumstances and relationships in my life today.
Give me Your LOVE, Lord. Help me to truly LOVE You and then, please pour out Your LOVE through my life today.
Help me to lean not to my own understanding of things and people, but to fully trust You Jesus. Amen.”
We love YOU!
Shaun and Betsy
