Spirituality

The word 'spirituality' means different things to different people. To some, it means praying and fasting, attending church services regularly, and being a part of God’s work. To others, it is having a close and consistent relationship with God, and staying away from sin. 

 

According to Watchman Nee, the author of the book- The Spiritual Man, “Being spiritual means belonging to the Holy Spirit.” Salvation does not in any way guarantee spirituality. In other words, a believer can still live and walk in the flesh. The key to becoming a spiritual believer is complete obedience to the Holy Spirit; a daily task that must not be neglected. When we do not rely on our own understanding, strengths or capabilities, we give the Holy Spirit enough room to shape and direct our lives in accordance with God’s will and purpose. 

 

It is important to note that religious activities such as church attendance, prayer and fasting, are not in any way frivolous except without the working of the Holy Spirit. I Corinthians 12: 4-13, Acts 1:8, Acts 9: 31, Rom 8: 23, 26- 27, John 7:38 reveal a few of the works and significance of the Holy Spirit: what He can do for and through us. The power and working of the Holy Spirit can only be made manifest when we acknowledge, accept, and give him preeminence over our lives.

Thanks.