When HEAVEN TOUCHES OUR SPIRIT, it often comes through struggle and persistent seeking, resulting in transformation, blessing, and a renewed identity that marks a profound encounter with the divine.
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, SANCTIFY you through & through.
Sanctify
Holy is SET APART
Holy FROM & Holy TO
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, SANCTIFY you through & through.
Sanctify
Holy is SET APART
Holy FROM & Holy TO
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you THROUGH & THROUGH.
THROUGH & THROUGH
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you THROUGH & THROUGH.
THROUGH & THROUGH
sins
Sin
SALVATION
SANCTIFICATION
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you THROUGH & THROUGH.
THROUGH & THROUGH
Sanctification is the process of being made WHOLLY HOLY, restored to the original state of made in the image of God
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Senses
Involuntary Responses
Actions
Behaviors
Body - connects with world
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Emotions
Thoughts
Mind
Will
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Intuition
Conscience
Communion
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
Spirit – connects with God
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
Spirit – connects with God
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
Spirit – connects with God
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
Spirit – connects with God
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
Body - connects with world
Soul - connects with self
Spirit – connects with God
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Spirit – connects with God
What does it look like for a person to have their Spirit in charge instead of the soul or body?
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Joy – Love Singing
LOVE’S delight in God’s presence and purpose, radiating gladness that persists regardless of circumstances.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Peace – Love Resting
LOVE’S assurance, creating harmony and trust that forgives, reconciles, and calms fears.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Patience – Love Enduring
LOVE’S persistence, bearing with others’ faults and delays without frustration or irritation.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Kindness – Love on Display
LOVE’S action, expressing compassion and consideration in every word and deed.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Goodness – Love’s Character
LOVE’S virtue, involving zealous and righteous activity for the benefit of others.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Faithfulness – Love’s Habit
LOVE’S loyalty, remaining trustworthy and dependable in every commitment and promise.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Gentleness – Love’s Touch
LOVE’S humility, responding to others with sensitivity, respect, and meek strength.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Self Control – Love’s in Charge
LOVE’S discipline, managing desires and impulses so that actions reflect God’s will and others’ wellbeing.
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Process helps to restore the body & soul and put spirit in charge… to LOVE God, others, & self
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Process helps to restore the body & soul and put spirit in charge… to LOVE God, others, & self
SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May your whole SPIRIT, SOUL, & BODY
be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Does your relationship with God, others, and self reflect the fruit of the Spirit?
If so, how can you celebrate and help others?
If not, what’s your next step?