1. Spirit-life Lessons from 2 Corinthians...or “May the Spirit fill you”

2. The Spirit in 2 Corinthians... “The central theme of 2 Corinthians is the relationship between suffering and the power of the Spirit in Paul’s apostolic life, ministry & message.” Introduction to 2 Corinthians, ESV Study Bible Through your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Goat... err... Ghost

3. ‘May the Spirit be with you’ ?? I will be with you always... Jesus, Mt 28:18 May God be with you Christian blessing, gospel hymn

4. The Spirit is not like the Force! The Force (FICTION!) Generated by all living things The Holy Spirit (REALITY!) Given to Christians (1:20-22)

5. The Spirit is not like the Force! The Force (FICTION!) Generated by all living things. Light & Dark Sides The Holy Spirit (REALITY!) Given to Christians (1:21-22) Life-giving & all good (3:3-8)

6. The Spirit is not like the Force! The Force (FICTION!) Generated by all living things. Light & Dark Sides. Impersonal force The Holy Spirit (REALITY!) Given to Christians (1:21-22) Life-giving & all good (3:3-8) Personal God (3:17)

7. The Spirit is not like the Force! The Force (FICTION!) Generated by all living things. Light & Dark Sides. Impersonal force. Can be controlled The Holy Spirit (REALITY!) Given to Christians (1:21-22) Life-giving & all good (3:3-8) Personal God (3:17) Transforms us (3:18)

8. ‘transformed into his likeness’

9. The Spirit is not like the Force! The Force (FICTION!) Generated by all living things. Light & Dark Sides. Impersonal force. Can be controlled. Power available to elite The Holy Spirit (REALITY!) Given to Christians (1:21-22) Life-giving & all good (3:3-8) Personal God (3:17) Transforms us (3:18) Power available to all (3:18)

10. Be filled with the Spirit! Look for a personal relationship with Him Receive Him as a gift & receive His gifts Let Him transform you ( lay down your agenda ) Step out in the power of the Spirit......it will bring LIFE & FREEDOM!