“Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may know the things freely given to us by God.” — 1 Corinthians 2:12 (NASB 1995)
You’re being discipled by something—social media, music, influencers, school… or the Holy Spirit.
The Spirit of God wasn’t given to make us “better behaved.” He was given to make us spiritually aware, able to know what God has freely given: grace, purpose, identity, calling.
Don’t settle for shallow. You were made for spiritual depth.
Challenge: What “spirit of the world” influences you the most? Choose one thing to fast from today—and ask the Holy Spirit to speak instead.Prayer: Holy Spirit, I want to be shaped by You. Teach me to see what God has given me—and help me to let go of anything that drowns You out. Amen.
“Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may know the things freely given to us by God.” — 1 Corinthians 2:12 (NASB 1995)
The world will try to tell your children who they are, what they need, and what to believe. But they’ve been given something far better—the Spirit of God—who reveals all that the Father has freely given.
This is a comfort to mothers raising children in a noisy world: we are not alone in discipling them. The Spirit guides, convicts, teaches, and reveals truth.
We can parent with peace, knowing He will speak.
Family Talk:
What are some things God has given us that the world can’t?
How can we invite the Spirit to guide us every day?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, open our hearts to Your truth. Let us walk in the riches God has freely given. Protect our minds from the world’s lies and lead us into truth. Amen.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” — John 14:26 (NASB 1995)
As mothers guiding our children through life and Scripture, we don’t always have the perfect words or answers—but the Holy Spirit does.
He was sent by Jesus to teach and remind us of everything He said. That means we can trust Him to help us teach our children too.
Invite Him into your parenting. Into your moments of correction. Into your family conversations about God’s Word.
Family Talk:
How can we ask the Holy Spirit to help us understand the Bible?
When has He reminded you of something Jesus said?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, be the Teacher in our home. Guide us as we read Scripture and help us remember and obey the words of Jesus. Amen.
“For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” — 1 Timothy 2:5 (NASB1995)
Christ Is Enough
The early Church didn’t gather around a bishop, a priesthood, or an empire. They gathered around Christ alone.
He was their Shepherd. Their Head. Their only Mediator. Their King.
They had no hierarchy. No altars. No state sponsorship. Just a risen Lord, and the Holy Spirit who exalted Him.
“He is our High Priest, our sacrifice, our God. We need no other intercessor.” — Clement of Alexandria, c. AD 190
The Simplicity of Christ-Centered Worship
In the Ante-Nicene era, churches met in homes. Leaders were recognized by character and gifting—not power or title. Their gatherings exalted Jesus:
His Word was read and obeyed
His name was confessed in baptism
His body was remembered in the meal
His Spirit moved among them without control
There were no titles like “reverend.” No power granted by religious office. The focus was not on the man behind the table—but on the Lamb who was slain.
Why They Rejected Priesthood Systems
Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice ended the priesthood (Hebrews 10:11–14). But as the Church grew, power structures crept in:
Bishops were elevated over congregations
Church leaders began wearing robes and taking titles
Authority became institutional—not spiritual
But the early Church resisted these changes.
“You are all brethren. Do not elevate one above another. Christ alone is Lord of His people.” — The Shepherd of Hermas, c. AD 140
They knew that if Christ is truly the Head, no man can stand in His place.
No Politics in the Kingdom
Before Constantine, the Church had no political favor. They were persecuted, not promoted. And that was a blessing.
Why?
Because it kept their hope in Christ—not Caesar
Because it purified their worship
Because it protected the Church from worldly compromise
When the Church and state eventually merged, Christ was no longer enough. Power, politics, and position took center stage.
The early Church would have wept.
Christ Alone, Then and Now
Solus Christus isn’t just about salvation—it’s about supremacy.
Is Christ truly:
The Head of our gatherings?
The Teacher of our hearts?
The Judge of our motives?
The Center of our worship?
Or have we replaced Him with:
Church tradition?
Personality-driven ministries?
Political alliances?
Religious performance?
The early Church said no to all of it—and yes to Christ alone.
Kingdom Discipleship Reflection
Is Christ the center of my faith—or have I elevated man-made structures?
Do I follow leaders who point me to Christ, or to themselves?
Have I confused patriotism or politics with Kingdom allegiance?
This week, read Colossians 1:15–20 and John 10. Let the Spirit reveal:
“Is Christ truly supreme in my life, my church, and my hope?”
“He is also head of the body, the church; and He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that He Himself will come to have first place in everything.” — Colossians 1:18
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” — John 14:26 (NASB 1995)
You are not left to figure out the Christian life on your own. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit as your Teacher.
When you read Scripture, when you listen to truth, when you need guidance—He is there, faithfully illuminating the words of Christ.
The same Spirit who taught the early believers, guiding them through persecution and temptation, lives in you. He reminds you of what Jesus said… just when you need it most.
Reflection: Do you pause and ask the Holy Spirit to teach you when you open the Word?Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for being my Teacher. Bring to my mind all that Jesus said, and help me walk in it. Amen.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” — John 14:26 (NASB 1995)
Have you ever forgotten something important—like where you put your toy or what your mom asked?
The Bible says the Holy Spirit helps us remember the words of Jesus! He teaches us and helps us understand God’s Word.
When you read the Bible or hear a story about Jesus, ask the Holy Spirit to help you remember it later.
Try This: Choose a Bible verse and ask the Spirit to help you remember it today.
Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for helping me understand the Bible. Please teach me and help me remember what Jesus said. Amen.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” — John 14:26 (NASB 1995)
No app. No tutor. No seminary degree. But you have the greatest Teacher—the Holy Spirit.
He doesn’t just teach you about Jesus; He reminds you of what Jesus said, right when you need it. Whether you’re in a difficult moment or answering a friend’s question, He brings truth to the surface.
But to remember, you have to first receive. Open the Word. Ask Him to teach you.
Challenge: Before reading your Bible, pray: “Holy Spirit, be my Teacher today.”
Prayer: Holy Spirit, I need You to teach me. Help me understand truth and remember Jesus’ words when I need them most. Amen.
“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)
There are days when you sit in silence—too weary, too overwhelmed, too uncertain to even form the words. But you are not alone.
The Holy Spirit intercedes for you. He lifts your unspoken cries to the Father, perfectly aligned with God’s will.
You don’t have to “pray right.” You just need to draw near. The Spirit meets you there.
Like the early Christian women who gathered in secret, often in fear or loss, your prayer life isn’t measured by eloquence but by dependence.
Reflection: What burden are you carrying today that feels too heavy to put into words?Prayer: Holy Spirit, help me in my weakness. When I don’t know how to pray, thank You for praying for me. Amen.
“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)
Have you ever not known what to say when you pray? That’s okay!
The Bible says the Holy Spirit helps us talk to God—even when we don’t know what to say. He prays for us in a special way only God understands.
You can talk to God anytime. The Spirit will help your heart speak, even without words.
Try This: Close your eyes and sit quietly for a moment. Let your heart talk to God.
Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for helping me pray. Even when I don’t know the words, You know my heart. Amen.
“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)
Sometimes prayer feels awkward. Silent. Confusing. You don’t always know what to say—or how to say it.
That’s okay.
Romans 8:26 gives you peace: The Spirit prays when you can’t. You don’t have to impress God. You just need to come to Him. The Spirit fills the gaps.
Your weakness doesn’t disqualify your prayers—it makes them real. And the Spirit is right there, turning your sighs into intercession.
Challenge: Next time you feel stuck in prayer, sit with God in silence. Trust the Spirit to speak for you.Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You that I don’t have to figure out the perfect prayer. Meet me in my weakness and draw me closer to the Father. Amen.
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