“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses…” — Acts 1:8a, NASB1995
God Gives You Power
When Jesus went back to heaven, He didn’t leave His friends alone. He sent the Holy Spirit to help them—and He helps you too!
The Holy Spirit gives you power to do what’s right, say kind words, and tell others about Jesus. You don’t have to be afraid or feel too small—because God is with you!
Try This: When you feel scared or unsure, whisper: “Holy Spirit, help me.” Watch how He gives you courage!
Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for giving me power to be brave and kind. Help me share Jesus with others. Amen.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses…” — Acts 1:8a, NASB1995
Power in the Home
The Spirit empowers parents too. Not just for tasks, but for testimony—how we handle pressure, speak in frustration, or walk in forgiveness.
Let your children see where your strength comes from. Don’t hide your weaknesses—invite them into your dependence on God. That’s how they learn to seek His power too.
Discussion Prompt: Ask your child:
What’s something hard you’ve faced recently?
How could the Holy Spirit give you strength for it?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, we need Your power. Strengthen us to live for Jesus and to show His love in our home. Amen.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses…” — Acts 1:8a, NASB1995
Power for Purpose
This isn’t about personality—it’s about power. Jesus didn’t send the Spirit so you could “feel spiritual.” He sent the Spirit to empower you to live boldly, witness faithfully, and endure joyfully.
We often forget that the same Spirit who hovered over the deep and raised Christ from the dead now dwells in us.
You don’t need to find the strength within. It’s already been given. So rise in that power—not self-reliance, but Spirit-dependence.
Reflection: What area of your life needs Spirit-empowered boldness today?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, fill me with Your power. Use me to be a faithful witness, not in might but in Your strength. Amen.
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16, NASB1995
Step by Step with the Spirit
Walking by the Spirit isn’t a sprint. It’s the daily rhythm of surrender.
Each step is a choice—when emotions flare, when distractions lure, when temptations whisper. Will you lean into the flesh or walk in step with the Spirit?
You don’t need to muster your own strength. He leads. He strengthens. He teaches. But you must yield.
Let today be a walk—not of perfection—but of dependence.
Reflection: What’s one decision today where you need to pause and ask the Spirit to lead?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, teach me to walk with You in every step I take. Help me say no to the flesh and yes to You. Amen.
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16, NASB1995
Let’s Walk Together
Have you ever taken a walk with someone? You stay close so you don’t get lost or left behind.
That’s how it is with the Holy Spirit. When you stay close to Him, He helps you do what’s right. But if you run ahead or wander off, it’s easy to make mistakes.
Let’s walk with the Holy Spirit by talking to Him, reading the Bible, and listening with our hearts.
Try This: Next time you go for a walk, imagine Jesus walking beside you through the Spirit. Talk to Him out loud!
Prayer: Holy Spirit, help me stay close to You. Show me how to follow You and say no to sin. Amen.
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16, NASB1995
Flesh vs. Spirit
The battle is real. Your flesh wants comfort, attention, control. The Spirit wants surrender, truth, obedience.
You can’t walk both paths.
When you walk by the Spirit, you’ll notice your desires changing. Not overnight. But over time, your reactions, relationships, and responses start looking more like Jesus.
It starts with a daily “yes.” Yes to prayer. Yes to truth. Yes to surrender.
Reflection: Where are you tempted to walk by the flesh today? What would walking by the Spirit look like instead?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, I choose You. Help me walk away from sin and into truth, one step at a time. Amen.
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16, NASB1995
Walking by Example
“Walk by the Spirit” sounds simple—but it starts with us. We’re showing our children how to walk. If we walk in stress, fear, and selfishness, they’ll follow. But if we walk in peace, kindness, and faith, they’ll see the difference.
This isn’t about perfection—it’s about direction. Invite your children into a Spirit-led life by walking it first.
Discussion Prompt: Ask your child:
What do you think walking by the Spirit looks like in real life?
What’s one way we can do that as a family?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, guide our family’s steps. Teach us to walk in love, speak in truth, and live by faith. Amen.
Spirit-Led Foundations of the Early Church (AD 33–325)
A Journey Back to the Faith Once Delivered
“Thus says the Lord, ‘Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; and you will find rest for your souls.’” — Jeremiah 6:16, NASB1995
We live in a time when the foundations of our faith are being redefined—not always by secular forces, but often from within the Church. Doctrines are dissected. Theological systems debated. Denominations defended. And yet, many believers are still left feeling disconnected from the power, purity, and simplicity of the early Church.
This blog series is not an invitation to theological alignment. It’s an invitation to spiritual awakening.
We’re going to journey through the Six Solas—but not as they were recited during the Reformation. We’ll explore them as they were lived and embodied by the men and women of the Ante-Nicene Church, who held fast to the faith from Pentecost to persecution—long before councils, creeds, or clerical systems took over.
Why Six?
You’ve likely heard of the Five Solas:
Sola Scriptura – Scripture Alone
Sola Fide – Faith Alone
Sola Gratia – Grace Alone
Solus Christus – Christ Alone
Soli Deo Gloria – Glory to God Alone
But there’s one more that pulses through them all—without which none can be truly understood or lived:
👉 Solo Spiritu Sancto — By the Holy Spirit Alone The Holy Spirit is not a theological accessory. He is the Interpreter of Scripture (1 Cor. 2:12–13), the Power behind obedience (Rom. 8:13–14), and the Bond of unity in the body of Christ (Eph. 4:3–4).
The early Church did not function by system, seminary, or state approval. They walked in the power of the indwelling Spirit, clinging to the teachings of Jesus and His apostles, and loving not their lives—even to death.
What to Expect
Each post in this series will be a deep dive into one of the Six Solas, unpacked through:
The plain reading of Scripture (NASB 1995, with strict exegesis and no eisegesis)
The writings and practices of the Ante-Nicene Church (AD 33–325)
The challenges of today’s Church culture, and
A call to Spirit-led obedience in every area of life
Each entry will also be paired with a visual reflection to share and remember. This is more than a teaching—it’s a transformational journey for those ready to go deeper.
Who Is This For?
The woman reading Scripture and wondering, “Why doesn’t my church look like this?”
The young believer longing to follow Christ without man’s traditions overshadowing His voice
The weary soul who’s tasted systems and is now asking, “Where is the Spirit?”
Will You Walk This Path?
The early believers didn’t have denominations, seminaries, or creeds. What they had was Scripture, the Holy Spirit, a risen Christ, and unshakable faith.
Let’s return. Let’s rebuild. Let’s be rooted and raised by what the Spirit taught, the Apostles preached, and the early Church lived.
“Contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all handed down to the saints.” — Jude 3
“Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” — Ephesians 4:30, NASB1995
A Grieved Guest
The Holy Spirit isn’t an impersonal force. He’s a person—God Himself—who dwells in you. And He can be grieved.
When bitterness, harshness, or unforgiveness settle into your heart, the Spirit mourns. Not because He is surprised, but because He loves you too much to let you stay unchanged.
You were sealed for redemption. Live like it.
Let the words you speak, the thoughts you dwell on, and the choices you make honor the holy presence within.
Reflection: What attitudes or habits in your life might be grieving the Spirit?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, forgive me where I’ve grieved You. Make me sensitive to Your voice and willing to repent quickly. Amen.
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