When you complete this lesson, you will…
- Know and understand the significance of the root meaning of both the Hebrew and Greek words translated “spirit.”
- Recognize six possible influences on your spirit.
- Be more consistently aware of the condition of your spirit and the influences that have created that condition.
- Guard your heart with all diligence!
Before you begin…
Remember to stay dependent upon the Holy Spirit to reveal Truth to you. Don’t try to understand with just your mind – you won’t be able to. Truth is too big for us to apprehend. Turn to the One Who lives within you and loves to teach you:
Lord, I draw near with a sincere heart, repentant and washed by the blood of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I set aside my thoughts, my reasoning, my theology, my fears and my pride. I relax, cease my own strivings, and tune to your flow within. Holy Spirit, I open my heart and mind to you. I ask that You anoint the eyes of my heart and enlighten my understanding. I ask that You grant me God’s thoughts, God’s pictures, God’s emotions and God’s creativity. Thank you for what you reveal, in Jesus’ name, Amen. (Ps. 46:10; Ps. 62:5; Heb. 10:22; Eph. 1:17,18; Jer. 29:13; Isa. 1:18; Jn. 7:37-39; Acts 2:25)
Assignments for Lesson Three:
u Listen to or watch Teaching Session 3, taking notes.
u Prayerfully complete Chapter 2 and Appendix B of How to Walk by the Spirit, filling in all blanks, answering the questions and completing the Journaling Response.
u Memorize I Corinthians 6:17 – “The one who joins himself to the Lord is one spirit with Him.”
u Share your journey: Discuss what you are learning with your family and friends. Share something the Lord is showing you in the forum for the module. Teach and encourage someone else who needs to know the incredible blessings of joined to Christ!
u When you are ready, complete Quiz Three. Remember to rely on the Holy Spirit in all you do.
Holy Spirit, I quiet myself before You, and I ask that You remind me of the things I have learned. You have promised to bring things to my remembrance. I ask You to do that now. Thank You!
