FAITH: Comes by Hearing the Word of God
Romans 8:14: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.
FAITH: Comes by Studying the Word of God
He can walk and be “led of the Spirit.” The verb here means “willingly led.” We yield to the Spirit, and He guides us by His Word day by day. We are not under bondage to Law and afraid to act. We have the liberty of the Spirit and are free to follow Christ. The believer can also speak: “We cry, Abba, Father.” Would it not be amazing if a newborn baby looked up and greeted his father! First, the Spirit says, “Abba, Father” to us, and then we say it to God. (“Abba” means “papa”—a term of endearment.) 1
FAITH: Comes by Obeying the Word of God
Teach me to do Your will, For You are my God; Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness. Psalm 143:10
We are led by someone or something. Before coming to Christ, we were led by the world and the things in the world. Today, social media has the biggest following. Who are you following? Who’s life do you keep up on? What is it that they say or do that makes you want to do the same thing? How much do they influence your thoughts, attitude, and action? The Holy Spirit is now requesting to be your #1 friend. Will you follow His leading? Will you choose His lifestyle for your life? Do you want to be led into the land of uprightness with Him?
FAITH: Comes by Experiencing the Transforming Work of God
Once you break up with all those competing loves, the Spirit will be free to lead you into the fulness of His love.
FAITH: Comes by Praying with the Word of God
“I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.” 2 Corinthians 6:18
Dear Father, thank You for adopting me into Your family…in Jesus Name. Amen.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 540). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
