Theme: The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit
Our quarter series on the Person and work of the Holy Spirit continues this Sunday with a look at the role of the Holy Spirit in convicting the world of sin. See attached for your reference and preparation.
May I encourage us to find time to look through the outline so that our study time (online or in-person) will be enriched.
Key Learnings should include:
1. Without the Spirit’s conviction, fallen human beings will never be aware of their sinfulness because their minds have been blinded and their understanding has been darkened. Therefore, Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would convict the world of sin. This is the conviction that pricks the hearts of the unbeliever and draws him/her to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
2. The Holy Spirit shows people their sin with the express purpose of reconciling them to God. The devil, on the other hand, does it to condemn to shame people into running away from God. As we minister the word to the unbelieving world, we should pray for and rely on this convicting ministry of the Holy Spirit rather on our persuasion.
3. Apart from helping the world see their sin, the convicting work of the Holy Spirit also helps the sinner see their need for a Savior in Jesus Christ. Without being aware of our sinfulness, we will never believe we have a need of a Savior, which means we will never repent of our sins and give our life to the Lord Jesus.
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