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October 1, 2025 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Surrendered Strength: Letting the Holy Spirit Live in You

Opening Scripture:

Romans 8:7 (NKJV)
“Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be.”

The Battle Within

Why is it so hard to live right? Why do we keep falling into the same sins, fears, or attitudes, even when we want to change?

The Bible gives us the answer. Our flesh, or sinful nature, fights against God. It does not just ignore His ways. It actively resists them. The carnal mind is not just weak. It is an enemy of God. And in our own strength, we cannot change it.

This truth humbles us. No amount of willpower or effort can overcome the flesh. That is why trying harder is not the solution. Surrendering deeper is.

The Power of the Holy Spirit

Jesus knew we could not live this life by our own power. That is why He promised to send the Holy Spirit. He said:
“And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever.” (John 14:16)

The Holy Spirit is not just a quiet presence. He is our Comforter, our Teacher, and our Strength.

  • He comforts us when we are broken.

  • He teaches us God’s truth.

  • He gives us power to live in victory over sin.

But the Spirit does not push us. He leads us gently. It is up to us to follow. The Bible says,
“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14)

Surrender is Daily

Surrender is not a one-time moment. It is something we must do every day. Jesus said,
“If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.” (Luke 9:23)

Each day we must choose to let go of:

  • Our own plans

  • Our fears

  • Our pride

  • Our self-effort

When we surrender, we open the door for God to work in our lives. The Bible reminds us,
“With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:26)

Let Him Truly Live in You

Ask yourself:

  • Am I letting the Holy Spirit guide my decisions?

  • Do I pray daily, or only when I feel desperate?

  • Are there areas of my life I have not given fully to God?

God does not just want to be near us. He wants to live in us and work through us. Paul wrote,
“Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” (1 Corinthians 3:16)

If the Spirit lives in you, then let Him lead. Let Him fill your thoughts, your choices, and your actions.

Time to Let Go

If you are tired of struggling in your own strength, it may be time to stop fighting and start trusting.

Let prayer be the place where you release your burdens. Let obedience be the proof of your surrender. Let trust be the way you walk forward each day.

The Christian life is not about your strength. It is about God’s strength in you. Paul said,
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

Prayer

Lord, I admit I cannot live for You in my own strength. My flesh pulls me away, and my pride stands in the way. Today, I choose to surrender. Fill me with Your Spirit. Lead me, guide me, and live through me. Help me to walk with You each day, trusting You more and following You fully. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Closing Verse

“But Jesus looked at them and said to them, ‘With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’”
Matthew 19:26 (NKJV)

May 7, 2025 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

The Eternal Weight of Every Word

Opening Scripture

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
And those who love it will eat its fruit.”
— Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV)

The Power of a Single Word

Words aren’t just sound. They shape lives, direct futures, and reflect our faith. This truth was deeply felt in the meeting—whether it was a father praying over his son’s fishing trip, or a testimony of battling anxiety, every story reminded us: our words carry spiritual weight.

God’s Word doesn’t treat speech lightly. Proverbs 18:21 is clear—our tongue holds the power of life and death. That means every careless comment, every sharp reply, every loving encouragement or prayer—they all carry consequences.

Faith Speaks Before It Sees

One testimony that was shared described how a father prayed and encouraged his son to speak words of life before casting a fishing line, after the boy had spoken a curse over himself by saying he would never catch anything. The result? Two fish, caught almost immediately. It may seem small, but the message is eternal: Faith speaks first. Jesus said, “Whoever says to this mountain…” (Mark 11:23). We must learn to speak God’s promises, not our fears.

Words Can Trap or Free You

Brother after brother shared how words have either lifted them up or held them back. A negative comment can echo for years. A word of encouragement can be someone’s lifeline. The Israelites in Numbers 14 spoke against God’s promises—and they died in the wilderness because of their words. This is serious. Words are not neutral. They either align with God’s truth or with doubt and death.

Teach the Next Generation

One urgent call from the meeting: teach our children. Not just to “talk nice,” but to understand that what they say can bless or curse their own future. Help them say, “I am loved. I am chosen. I have a purpose.” They’re either shaping their future with God’s truth—or harming themselves with careless speech.

Tame the Tongue, Guard Your Heart

James 3 reminds us how hard it is to tame the tongue. That’s why we must guard our hearts first—“out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks” (Luke 6:45). If our hearts are filled with anger, fear, or pride, it will show in our words. That’s why prayer, repentance, and staying in God’s Word matter so much. It purifies the source.

Final Encouragement

Don’t wait until damage is done. Speak life now. Bless others now. Speak the promises of God over your own life now. Heaven is listening—and so is the next generation.

Closing Scripture

“And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.”
— James 3:6 (KJV)