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Seeking Divine Empowerment: How to Pray for an Abundance of God's Grace to Overcome Sin Completely Through the Holy Ghost.

This study explores the profound truth of God's singular power and His desire to empower believers to live a life free from the dominion of sin. Through understanding the nature of God, the indwelling work of His Spirit, and the practice of fervent prayer, we will discover how to access an abundance of divine grace for complete victory over sin.

1. Understanding the Nature of the One True God

1.1 The Singularity and Supremacy of God

Verses: Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 44:6; Isaiah 45:5
  • There is only one God, the Creator and Sustainer of all.
  • He is the first and the last, beside Him there is no other God.
  • Our worship and devotion must be directed to this one supreme Being.

1.2 God Manifested in Christ Jesus

Verses: John 14:9; Colossians 2:9; 1 Timothy 3:16
  • Jesus Christ is the full manifestation of the one God in human flesh.
  • In Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
  • To see Jesus is to see the Father; He is God revealed to humanity.

1.3 God's Desire for Our Holiness and Victory

Verses: 1 Peter 1:15-16; Hebrews 12:14; Romans 6:14
  • God's nature is holy, and He calls us to be holy as He is.
  • Without holiness, no one will see the Lord.
  • Sin shall not have dominion over us, for we are not under law but under grace.

2. The Indwelling Power of the Holy Ghost

2.1 The Holy Ghost as the Spirit of God

Verses: Acts 2:38; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:11
  • The Holy Ghost is not a separate entity, but the Spirit of the one God Himself.
  • If anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Him.
  • The Spirit of God knows the deep things of God, for He is God's own Spirit.

2.2 Receiving the Holy Ghost for Empowerment

Verses: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:4; Luke 24:49
  • We receive power when the Holy Ghost comes upon us.
  • The initial evidence of receiving the Holy Ghost is speaking in other tongues.
  • This endowment of power from on high is essential for overcoming sin.

2.3 The Spirit's Work in Conviction and Cleansing

Verses: John 16:8; Titus 3:5; 1 John 1:9
  • The Holy Ghost convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.
  • He saves us through the washing of regeneration and renewing.
  • Confessing our sins allows Him to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

2.4 The Spirit's Power for Transformation and Righteous Living

Verses: Romans 8:13; Galatians 5:16; Philippians 2:13
  • Through the Spirit, we are enabled to put to death the deeds of the body.
  • Walking in the Spirit prevents us from fulfilling the lust of the flesh.
  • God works in us, both to will and to do of His good pleasure, through His Spirit.

3. Praying for an Abundance of God's Grace

3.1 Approaching God in Faith and Humility

Verses: Hebrews 4:16; James 4:6; Matthew 21:22
  • We can boldly come to the throne of grace to obtain mercy and find grace.
  • God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble.
  • Whatever we ask in prayer, believing, we will receive.

3.2 Confession, Repentance, and Seeking Forgiveness

Verses: Proverbs 28:13; Acts 3:19; 1 John 1:9
  • He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
  • Repent and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out.
  • God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

3.3 Persistent Prayer for the Spirit's Filling and Empowerment

Verses: Luke 11:13; Ephesians 5:18; Jude 1:20
  • Our heavenly Father will give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.
  • Be continually filled with the Spirit, not just a one-time event.
  • Build yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost.

4. Living a Life of Complete Victory Over Sin

4.1 Walking in the Spirit Daily

Verses: Galatians 5:25; Romans 8:4; Romans 13:14
  • If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
  • The righteous requirement of the law is fulfilled in us who walk according to the Spirit.
  • Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh.

4.2 Crucifying the Flesh and Its Desires

Verses: Galatians 5:24; Colossians 3:5; Romans 6:6
  • Those who belong to Christ have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
  • Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness.
  • Our old self was crucified with Him so that the body of sin might be brought to nothing.

4.3 Yielding to Righteousness and God's Will

Verses: Romans 6:13; Romans 12:1-2; Philippians 4:8
  • Present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life, and your members as instruments for righteousness.
  • Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, and be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
  • Focus your thoughts on whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, or praiseworthy.

4.4 The Assurance of God's Sustaining Grace

Verses: 2 Corinthians 12:9; Philippians 1:6; Jude 1:24-25
  • God's grace is sufficient for us, for His strength is made perfect in weakness.
  • He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
  • He is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before His glorious presence with great joy.