Abide - Part 2: The Holy Spirit is a Connector

Without connection, being a part of a family is just a title. The Holy Spirit is the connector that gives us identity, affirmation, and peace in God’s family. Surrendering to His power can seem scary, but He allows us to be a part of an adventure that is greater than we can imagine, and the assurance that we are safe in His hands. Key verses: Matthew 3:16-17, Romans 8:1-2, 6, 14, 15-16, 28, 3, John 3:8 Lifegroup Discussion Questions: In Matthew 3:16-17 how did the Holy Spirit bring identity, affirmation, and peace to Jesus?How do you think that impacted the other people who were there? How does the Holy Spirit bring identity, affirmation and peace to your life? Do you think that impacts others around you? How? The Holy Spirit says that Jesus’ identity is God’s beloved Son. What do you think is your identity in Him? How does/should that impact your daily life? Read Romans 8:15-16. What assurance do we have from the Holy Spirit? How does/should that influence our daily lives? What about the way we interact with others? John 3:8 discusses the wind; how does the assurance that we have in the Spirit make this idea of following the wind seem less scary? How can it be exciting? Do you agree with the statement that “all relationships are risky”? Why or why not? Is your relationship with the Holy Spirit risky? Why or why not? Immediately following God’s declaration of who His son was in Matthew 3:16-17 the Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness to be tempted. Why do you think Jesus went willingly? What is the significance of the order of the events?