“Carefully build yourselves up in this most holy faith by praying in the Holy Spirit, staying right at the center of God's love, keeping your arms open and outstretched, ready for the mercy of our Master, Jesus Christ.” (Jude 1:20-21 MSG)
Have you ever had to use your computer, tablet, or smartphone offline or in airplane mode? Tablets and smartphones were made to be used online; without internet connection, these devices have limited functionality. You can only access music, videos, and games that you have already downloaded onto the device. You can type documents, but you can’t transmit any information.
The Holy Spirit is the medium through which we are meant to connect with God. When we pray with the Spirit, we are integrated with the divine. The Spirit keeps us in God’s presence, influencing our thoughts, motivating us to seek God, and transmitting our wordless intercessions through the proper channels. Without the Spirit, all we can do is occupy ourselves with the information we already have. This might make us feel like we are doing something, but it is an ineffectual way to communicate.
When we pray with the Holy Spirit, it is as if we are singing along with a wonderful singer. Our inadequate notes are harmoniously blended with the most powerful and perfect voice. In the atmosphere of the Spirit, we become more receptive. We are granted supernatural insight and discernment. We recognize our dependence on God and lean on Him completely.
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