Daily Radio Program with Charles Stanley - In Touch Ministries

The Holy Spirit: An Absolute Essential - Part 1

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Feb 11, 2026
A clear walk through signs of spiritual stagnation and why growth stalls. A fresh look at Luke 24 and the Emmaus road story. Exploration of the Spirit as a person of the Trinity and biblical evidence for unity in action. Discussion of the Spirit as a gift that indwells believers and empowers them for ministry and life calling.
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ANECDOTE

Emmaus Road Example

  • Stanley recounts the Emmaus Road encounter where Jesus opened disciples' minds to Scripture.
  • He uses that example to show Jesus prepared disciples spiritually before commissioning them.
INSIGHT

The Holy Spirit Is A Person

  • The Holy Spirit is a distinct person within the Trinity, not an impersonal force.
  • Charles Stanley stresses the Spirit is the promised helper sent by the Father and the Son to dwell with believers.
ADVICE

Receive The Spirit At Conversion

  • You do not need to pray or strive to 'get' the Holy Spirit after salvation.
  • Charles Stanley says believers receive the Spirit as a gift at conversion and are sealed and indwelt immediately.
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