Ephesians 5:18–21 calls Christians to reject every counterfeit source of fullness and to go on being filled with the Holy Spirit. Rather than dulling us, the Spirit makes us more alive to God’s goodness, filling our lives with worship, gratitude, and humble service. This sermon asks the central question: What is controlling us and driving our lives?

Scripture: Ephesians 5.18-21

(Additional Reading: Ephesians 1.22-23, 3.14-21; Colossians 3.16)

Warm-Up:

Who is someone you would consider “spirit-filled” in your life?

“[unlike drinking alcohol] The Spirit does not make you less aware of your problems. 

[He] makes you more aware of your resources.”

 - Timothy Keller -