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Led by the Spirit

Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Galatians 5:25 In my own personal experience the one question I’ve been asked more than any other, by someone desiring a relationship with God is, “What does it mean to be led by the Spirit – to listen to the Spirit’s voice. How will I know when I hear it?” They basically know the Spirit comforts them, but other than that, they know little more. This is the best advice I can give. First, of all believe the Holy Spirit is a person ; He is very real; and He does not dwell only “within” the pages of the Bible, He dwells in you. Do I understand this? No -- no more than I understand sound waves; but I believe they exist.  The Holy Spirit is a member of the God-head – God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Even though he has been described as the silent member, he is only silent if you don’t allow him to speak to you. The Greek word for Holy Spirit is pneuma which means “a movement” of air (a gentle blast