For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. (Romans 8:14)
Many people think spiritual growth happens automatically with time, but that is not true. Maturity comes from walking with God consistently. A person may have been in church for many years, but if he is not walking in the Spirit, his life can still remain stagnant. Just like flowing water stays fresh while stagnant water becomes spoiled, your spiritual life must keep moving with the Holy Spirit.
God never intended the Christian life to be ordinary or powerless. When you received Lord Jesus, His life began to flow in you by the Holy Spirit. That means you are no longer limited to living merely by human wisdom, emotions, or natural strength. You now have access to divine guidance, divine courage, and divine ability.
The Holy Spirit is not far away from you. He lives in you now. He guides you, teaches you, strengthens you, and even shows you things to come. When you stay sensitive to Him through prayer, worship, and meditation on the Word, your life becomes directed and purposeful instead of confused and uncertain.
So refuse a stagnant spiritual life. Spend time daily being filled with the Spirit. Pray in tongues, worship the Lord even outside church gatherings, and keep your heart open to His guidance. A life led by the Spirit will always move forward in victory and freshness.
Prayer:
Precious Father, thank You for the Holy Spirit who lives in me. I refuse stagnation and spiritual dryness. I walk daily with Your Spirit and I am guided into truth, wisdom, and victory. My life is refreshed continually as I yield myself to You, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.