Galatians 3:26-29 I Holy II Catholic III Communion of Saints a. Shared fellowship means that we share a common confession. b. To be in communion with the saints refers to a connection we have with one another and with Christ. ”Do not allow the weakness of another keep you from God’s best in your life.” c. The Church is, in its essence, not an institution, bureaucratic structure or complex organizational chart. “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” I Peter 2:9

John 16:7-14 What does it mean for the Church to confess faith in the Holy Spirit? I The Holy Spirit ___________ the Church with God’s authority. The Holy Spirit is the ongoing reminder that God does not just exercise authority over the world, but He has authority to act in the world. The Spirit empowers us and sanctifies us for effective __________ and witness (Acts 2). The Spirit intercedes with us and within us, teaching us effective ___________ (Romans 8). The Holy Spirit ___________, instructs and admonishes us as we read the Scriptures (John 16:13). The Spirit applies and nurtures the _____________ of the Spirit (which is the character of Christ) in our lives – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness gentleness, faithfulness and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). The Spirit gives us __________________ and guidance in life (Acts 13:2, 16:6; Romans 8:14). II The Holy Spirit _____________________ the Church for Global mission. Acts 1:5; 1:8 III The Holy Spirit ______________the in-breaking of the New Creation through powerful manifestations of signs and wonder and holiness of life. Ephesians 5:18

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