Dr. Sean and Nicole Tobin, a dynamic couple dedicated to nurturing families in the Holy Spirit's power, share invaluable insights. They emphasize the need for divine guidance in parenting, revealing how the Holy Spirit can transform family dynamics. Discussing the importance of prayer, they offer practical ways to integrate spirituality into everyday life. Personal stories highlight children’s ability to develop a genuine faith. The Tobins inspire parents to embrace their role as spiritual leaders, fostering a vibrant family environment filled with love and compassion.
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Personal Conversion to Holy Spirit
Sean Tobin shares a personal story of desperation in marriage that led him to seek the Holy Spirit.
A book called Good Morning, Holy Spirit was pivotal in awakening his awareness of the Spirit's personal presence.
insights INSIGHT
Fruit from Relationship Not Effort
The fruit of the Spirit flows from a deep connection with God, not from human effort.
Relationship with the Holy Spirit empowers true spiritual growth and mission in life.
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Reduce Busyness to Welcome Spirit
Protect your family's spiritual time by slowing down and reducing busyness.
Cultivate moments of prayer and presence to invite the Holy Spirit daily in your home.
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"What do we feel is the first and last need of the Church? …the Spirit, the Holy Spirit…. He is her divine breath, the wind in her sails, the principle of her unity, the inner source of her light and strength." - St. Paul VI
Summary
We can't wait for you to hear this podcast! The week before Pentecost, we did a webinar with Dr. Sean and Nicole Tobin, a Catholic couple passionate about helping families live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Sean is a clinical psychologist, worship leader, and co-founder of the Divine Mercy Clinic and Nicole holds a master's in Theology and co-founded the Los Angeles campus of the Encounter School of Ministry with Sean. Together, they speak and minister nationally, helping families become more fully alive in the Spirit through healing, activation, and practical faith formation. They came and spoke to our people about how the Holy Spirit can help us be the parents God wants us to be and the parents our children need. None of us can raise our kids alone! Not only do we need our spouses, but we also need God present in our lives every day through His Holy Spirit. Listen in to get some amazing wisdom and to learn how God wants to empower our parenting in a new way.
Key Takeaways
Desperation with expectation is an invitation to the Holy Spirit.
Virtue does not come from us just "trying harder", it comes as a fruit of the Holy Spirit.
"What do we feel is the first and last need of this blessed and beloved Church of ours? We must say it, almost trembling and praying, because as you know well, this is the Church's mystery and life: the Spirit, the Holy Spirit. He it is who animates and sanctifies the Church. He is her divine breath, the wind in her sails, the principle of her unity, the inner source of her light and strength." Pope St Paul VI
Heaven has been invading earth since Pentecost… it continues the mission of Christ in us.
The biggest hindrance in our home is our busyness. We have to notice and be sensitive to the Holy Spirit. Tune in and listen.
Children thrive in structure and routine, so teach them to give God the first and your best. Have them read scripture first thing, then pause and have them listen and journal each and every day.
Healing is an easy first step - pray for this.
Couple Discussion Questions
What's one way we can invite the Holy Spirit more deeply into our home?
Is there something we need to surrender or ask God to heal in our family?
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