Every day, a battle rages within us. The flesh whispers,
urging us toward temporary pleasures and selfish ambitions. It promises
fulfillment but always leaves us empty—spiritually dead. The Spirit, however,
leads us into true, abundant, joyful, and eternal life.
Romans 8:13 makes it clear: living by the flesh leads to spiritual
death, but living by the Spirit brings life. This isn’t about trying
harder—it’s about surrender. When we submit to the Spirit, He empowers us to
put to death the sinful inclinations that once ruled us.
Think about this like a sailboat which doesn’t move by its
own effort but by catching the wind. The Spirit is our wind—in fact, the Greek
word for “Spirit” (pneuma) means wind, breath, a gentle blast of air.
When we hoist the sails of faith, surrender, and obedience, we are moved by His
power.
If the Holy Spirit is the wind, then hoisting our sails
means positioning ourselves to catch His movement. It’s about being open,
surrendered, and responsive to His leading. Here’s seven ways you can hoist
your sail:
1.
Get Filled – Ephesians 5:18 commands us
to be filled with the Spirit, giving Him full control.
2.
Surrender Daily – Like raising a sail, we
must daily yield to God, praying, “Lord, I surrender. Lead me by Your Spirit.”
3.
Soak in God’s Word – Scripture is the
Spirit’s voice, renewing our minds (Romans 12:2) and tuning us to His truth.
4.
Cultivate Prayer – Prayer isn’t just
requests; it’s relationship. Continual dialogue with God keeps us attuned to
His leading.
5.
Walk in Step with the Spirit – Galatians
5:25 calls us to follow His nudges: repent when convicted, act when prompted,
serve when led.
6.
Stay in Community – Lone sailors falter
in storms; crews thrive. Fellowship with Spirit-filled believers strengthens
us.
7.
Worship and Gratitude – Worship, through
song or thanksgiving, keeps our “sails” open to the Spirit.
We don’t generate the wind, but we can prepare our hearts to
catch it. And when we do, He leads us into the fullness of life only He can
give!
May the Holy Spirit fill your sails, guiding you into the fullness of His life and power. And as you surrender daily, may you sail on sailor, as His gentle wind leads you in wisdom, strength, and joy.
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