Walk Filled with The Spirit - Speaking & Singing | Lesson 130

In this sermon, Pastor Josh Strelecki expounds on a section of the Book of Ephesians, emphasizing the call for Christians to walk in a manner worthy of their identity in Christ. He discusses the concept of being filled with the Spirit and contrasts this with the prevailing experiences or ideas in Christianity about what this means. Instead of an emotional or mystical experience, being filled with the Spirit involves understanding the will of the Lord, resulting in three key outflows: speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs; giving thanks to God; and submitting to one another. Pastor Josh highlights the significance of singing within the local church as an act of mutual edification and worship, encouraging believers to see singing as a powerful expression of the Spirit's work rather than just a routine aspect of worship services.

Furthermore, Pastor Strelecki draws connections between scriptural examples and the spiritual songs he mentions, noting the deep heritage of singing in biblical history—from creation to significant biblical events and beyond. He urges believers to assess their approach to music and singing, stressing the importance of singing from the heart with an understanding of God's truths. Pastor Josh explains how singing together corporately not only honors God but also unifies the congregation, reflecting a shared belief and doctrine. He closes with a call to embrace singing as a profound response to the victory Christians have in Jesus Christ, regardless of life's challenges, encouraging the congregation to continue this tradition as a vital aspect of their spiritual lives.