Scripture:
“And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit.”
— Ephesians 5:18 (NKJV)
Points:
- Being filled with the Spirit is a command, not just a suggestion.
- To be filled means to be controlled, directed, and empowered by Him.
- The contrast is clear: don’t be ruled by the flesh, but by God.
- Spirit-filled living shows in worship, gratitude, and submission.
- We are filled through surrender, not effort.
Poem: Filled with You
I cannot live on strength alone.
I cannot change what dwells in me.
But You, O Lord, have promised more—
A Spirit not of fear or pride,
But One who fills with light and truth.
The world may seek to fill with ease.
With noise, with thrill, with fading wine.
But You invite a different way—
To yield, receive, and walk in step.
To overflow with what is Yours.
Your Spirit does not force its way.
It waits for hearts that will be still.
It meets the soul in quiet prayer.
It lifts my gaze to what is true.
It shapes my words to sing Your praise.
To be filled means to be changed.
Not once, but daily, I must ask.
To let You have the throne again.
To let You move through all I do.
To let my life become Your song.
So fill me now, and fill me still.
Not just in part, but every part.
Let joy and peace and boldness grow.
Let Christ be seen through all I am.
Let love be loud because of You.
Prayer:
Holy Spirit, fill me today. Take control of my thoughts, my words, and my ways. Let me walk in power and grace as You guide my life. Amen.
