Let's Get Clear on the Holy Spirit Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Open 01 - The Abuse of the Holy Spirit 2025 by Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: Understanding the Holy Spirit

Theme: Who is the Holy Spirit?

Suggested Time: Dinner time

Activity: During dinner, ask each family member to share what they know about the Holy Spirit. Use a simple analogy like the wind to explain the Holy Spirit's presence: you can't see the wind, but you can feel it and see its effects, just like the Holy Spirit.

Discussion Questions:Who is the Holy Spirit?

How do you think the Holy Spirit helps us in our daily lives?

Can you think of a time when you felt the Holy Spirit guiding you?Parenting Tip: Encourage open-ended answers and affirm each child's contribution. Use this time to gently correct any misconceptions and emphasize that the Holy Spirit is God and is always with us.

Family Devotion 2: The Power of the Holy Spirit

Theme: The Holy Spirit gives us power

Suggested Time: During a family walk or playtime

Activity: As you walk or play, talk about how the Holy Spirit gives us power to do things we can't do on our own, like

Open 02 - The Transforming Power of the Holy Spirit 2025 by Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: The Holy Spirit is Our Helper

Theme: Understanding the Holy Spirit as a person and helper.

Suggested Time: During dinner or breakfast.

Activity: "Holy Spirit Helper" Role Play

Instructions:Introduction: Begin by explaining that the Holy Spirit is not a mist or a force, but a person who helps us. Ask the kids if they know what a helper does.

Role Play: Have each family member take turns acting out a scenario where they need help (e.g., tying a shoe, carrying something heavy). Another family member plays the role of the helper.

Discussion: After each role play, discuss how the Holy Spirit helps us in our lives, like guiding us, comforting us, and helping us make good choices.

Prayer: Close with a prayer thanking God for the Holy Spirit and asking for His help in our daily lives.Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to think of times when they felt helped by God. Share a personal story to make it relatable.

Family Devotion 2: Regeneration – Becoming New

Theme: Understan

Open 03 - The Influence of the Holy Spirit 2025 by Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: The Holy Spirit's Role in Our Lives

Theme: Understanding the Holy Spirit's influence

Activity Time: Dinner time discussion

Supplies Needed: None

Devotion:Introduction: Begin by asking, "Who helps us know Jesus better?" Explain that the Holy Spirit is like a helper who guides us to understand Jesus and helps us make good choices.

Bible Verse: Read John 16:13 - "But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth."

Discussion: Ask, "How do you think the Holy Spirit helps us in our daily lives?" Encourage kids to share times they felt helped or guided.

Prayer: Pray together, thanking God for the Holy Spirit and asking for guidance in everyday decisions.Parenting Tip: Encourage kids to listen for the Holy Spirit's guidance, like a gentle whisper, throughout their day.

Family Devotion 2: The Whisper of the Holy Spirit

Theme: Recognizing the Holy Spirit's voice

Activity Time: Bedtime reflection

Supplies Needed: None

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