Digging Deeper | Living Empowered in the Spirit

A simple, practical way to live out the truths from this week’s magazine.

Dear Friends,

This week’s magazine issue, Living Empowered in the Spirit, reminded us that spiritual gifts aren’t given for performance or popularity—they’re given for purpose. They’re meant to flow from our connection to the Holy Spirit and bear fruit in the lives of others.

Yet, the world often pulls us away from that connection. Busyness, self-doubt, and even comparison can distract us from hearing the Spirit and using what He’s given us.

So today, instead of offering more to “do,” we’re inviting you to pause, reflect, and return to the Source. Let the Spirit speak—and be willing to listen.

Encouraging you in God’s truth,

Surrendered & Listening

Spiritual gifts aren’t earned; they’re given. They’re not about comparison, but connection. And while we often long to be used by God in powerful ways, we sometimes miss the first invitation: stay close to Me.

These reflection questions aren’t meant to pressure or “fix” you. They’re here to help you listen—first to your own heart, and then to the Holy Spirit within you. Take a deep breath, and begin.

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