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The Unstoppable Supply: How the Holy Spirit Empowers Your Mission (John 16:4–15)
In the Christian life, many of us often feel this same sense of inadequacy. We look at the mission God has given us—to make disciples, to live righteously, and to represent Him in a hostile world—and we feel like we are missing the necessary "tools" for the job. However, in a powerful message titled "The Supply of the Spirit," Pastor Steven Wilhoit of Dwell City Church explores John 16:4–15 to reveal a transformative truth: The Holy Spirit is our total supply for everything we need for the mission God has assigned to us.
Navigating a Hostile World: A Deep Dive into John 15:18-16:4
John 15:18-16:4, nestled within Jesus’ "Farewell Discourse," provides a roadmap for how followers of Christ should live in a world that often stands in direct opposition to their faith. Following the high of Jesus’ teaching on the "Vine and the Branches," where he promises fruitfulness and answered prayer for those who remain in him, Jesus shifts the tone to prepare his disciples for a harsh reality: the world will hate them.
Discovering God's Plan: Jesus as the New Temple and How It Transforms Our Worship and Identity
When you look around, it's easy to feel like something's missing. You go through your days searching for happiness, but real contentment seems just out of reach. Hollywood often suggests that the next big thing — a new car, fame, money — will fill that gap. But what if real joy isn’t found in stuff or success? What if God's true plan gives a deeper, lasting happiness? That’s what this article explores — how Jesus redefines God's presence, reshaping our worship and identity through John chapter 2.