Longing for More (The Holy Spirit Series, Pt. 1) | Francis Chan

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message is about cultivating a deep longing for God, beyond the fleeting pleasures of this world. We've been praying for you to have hearts that yearn for something more, to be so in love with Jesus that nothing else matters. Just like the disciples, we're encouraged by Jesus' promise to prepare a place for us and to send another counselor, the Holy Spirit, who is just like Him.

Key Scripture References

• John 14:1-3 - In this passage, Jesus comforts his disciples after announcing His departure. He says, "Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me." He explains that He is going to prepare a place for them and will come back to take them to be with Him.
• John 14:5-6 - The disciples ask Jesus how they can follow Him, since they don't know where He's going. Jesus responds by saying, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
• John 14:12-14 - Jesus promises that anyone who has faith in Him will do what He's been doing, and even greater things than these. He says that from the Father's side, He will hear their prayers and answer them.
• John 14:15-17 - Jesus explains that He is going to ask the Father for another counselor, the Holy Spirit, who is just like Him. The Holy Spirit will be with them forever and will guide them into all truth.
• John 14:18-20 - Jesus reassures His disciples that they don't need to be afraid because He is going away. He says that the Holy Spirit will come and abide with them, and He will do greater works than Jesus did while on earth.

Main Message Continued

The Bible teaches us that there are things about God that we can understand and things that are beyond our comprehension. We're encouraged to focus on the things that are revealed to us and to trust in God's sovereignty. The Holy Spirit is promised to be with us forever, guiding us into all truth and empowering us to do greater works than Jesus did while on earth.

Key Takeaways

• Cultivate a deep longing for God beyond the fleeting pleasures of this world.
• Trust in God's sovereignty and His promise to prepare a place for us.
• The Holy Spirit is promised to be with us forever, guiding us into all truth and empowering us to do greater works than Jesus did while on earth.

Application

As we reflect on this message, let's ask ourselves:

* Do I have a deep longing for God beyond the fleeting pleasures of this world?

* Am I trusting in God's sovereignty and His promise to prepare a place for me?

* How can I cultivate a greater dependence on the Holy Spirit in my life?

May we be encouraged by Jesus' promise to send another counselor, the Holy Spirit, who is just like Him. May we trust in God's sovereignty and His promise to guide us into all truth.