In his sermon on Galatians 5:24-25, Drew Sermon underscores Jesus’ call for internal unity among believers. He emphasizes that this unity is only achieved through the crucifixion of our flesh and our resurrection in the spirit, a symbolism beautifully portrayed in baptism. To remain attuned to the spirit, Sermon stresses the importance of prayer, echoing the sentiments of Oswald Chambers that prayer is not merely a preparation for greater works, but the greatest work itself.
Scripture reminds us that walking with the spirit should evoke a childlike eagerness, akin to a young child forming an instant bond with a newfound friend at the park. Sermon vividly paints this picture, likening the Christian walk to a spontaneous adventure with the Spirit. Just as a child eagerly follows their friend without knowing the details, believers are called to trust the Spirit’s guidance, knowing that He leads us to the Father.
In this journey of faith, it’s essential to embrace the simplicity of trust and the excitement of the unknown. Like the child who befriends Tommy, we are invited to trust in the Spirit’s leading, even when we don’t have all the answers. Our faith is not in our understanding but in God’s love and His faithful guidance through the Holy Spirit.
In Drew Sermon’s sermon, the story of Tommy and the Spirit serves as a vivid analogy for the Christian walk. He describes a scenario where a young child eagerly befriends another child named Tommy at the park. Despite not knowing much about Tommy—where he lives, where he’s going, or who else might be with him—the child is filled with excitement and impulsive trust. The child’s only certainty is that Tommy is his newfound friend, and he wants to go wherever Tommy goes.
Drew’s sermon draws parallels between this child’s spontaneous trust in Tommy and the believer’s relationship with the Holy Spirit. He highlights how the Christian walk should mirror this childlike trust, where believers eagerly follow the Spirit’s guidance, even when they don’t have all the details or understand the journey ahead. The emphasis is on the simplicity of the relationship—the joy of companionship and the confidence that the Spirit is leading them closer to Jesus, ultimately to the Father. That is the only place worth going to!
By narrating this story, the sermon underscores the essence of faith and trust in the Christian journey. Just as the child’s trust in Tommy leads to a sense of adventure and excitement, so too should believers’ trust in the Spirit lead to a dynamic and fulfilling walk with God, regardless of the uncertainties along the way.
The Christian journey, however, is not without its challenges. Sermon acknowledges the discomfort and pain that often accompany spiritual growth. Yet, he reminds us that it is through these trials that we have the greatest potential to resemble Christ. Drawing from James 1:2-4, the Sermon encourages us to embrace trials with joy, recognizing them as opportunities to deepen our trust in Christ and to be transformed into people of character.
As members of Lakeview Christian Church in Portage Lakes, let us heed the call to unity, prayer, and trust in the Spirit’s leading. May we embrace both the exhilarating adventures and the pruning process, knowing that through it all, we are being molded into the image of Christ.
Call to Action: Today, let us take a step of faith and entrust our lives to God’s love. Let’s commit to walking with the Spirit, embracing the unknown with childlike trust and anticipation. Together, as a community of believers, let’s journey toward deeper unity and transformation in Christ.
