You Are Not Alone: Relying on the Holy Spirit Every Day - with J. Harrington

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-jfgde-... Do you ever feel like parenting, work, or a hard decision depends entirely on you getting it right? In this episode, Angela and J. Harrington discuss Romans 8:11 and what it means that the Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead lives in believers. You’ll be encouraged to ask for His help in ordinary moments, even when the answer does not come the way you expect. Description Angela welcomes author and ministry leader J. Harrington to explore Romans 8:11. While writing Swords Up, J. paused over the truth that the Holy Spirit lives in believers, and it changed how she approached fear and the demands of daily life. J. shares what asking for the Spirit’s help looked like when she faced an unfamiliar task at work and when she realized her words at home needed to change. Together, Angela and J. discuss prayer, correction, and the wisdom of seeking help from trusted people too. Episode Highlights Romans 8:11 speaks of the Spirit living in believers now and God’s promise to give life to their mortal bodies. J. shares how recognizing the Spirit’s presence changed the way she thought about fear and spiritual warfare. Asking the Holy Spirit for help can be practical, whether you are tackling unfamiliar work or trying to speak patiently with your children. The Spirit’s help may include showing us where we need to change and leading us toward wise people who can help. Great Quotes J.: “We are not alone in any of the things that we do—not in our parenting, not in our jobs, not in our calling.” Angela: “Call for help. Call for backup.” J.: “The Holy Spirit will totally check you.” Resources Mentioned Romans 8:11  Ephesians 1  Swords Up: Mastering the Weapons of Spiritual Warfare for Today’s Christian Woman – J.’s book on spiritual warfare. Overwhelmed Working Mom – J.’s podcast. J. Harrington’s website – jpharrington.com, for her book, podcast, and newsletter. Related Episodes  Walking by the Spirit with Cally Logan – A conversation about keeping in step with the Spirit in daily life. Absolutely NOTHING Can Keep You from God’s Love – Another conversation rooted in Romans 8 and the security believers have in God. Gentleness and Respect: A Guide for Conversations – Encouragement for speaking with care when conversations are difficult. Newsletter Invitation If this conversation reminded you that you do not have to handle everyday life alone, I’d love to keep walking with you. Subscribe to the monthly Life as Worship newsletter for a Scripture-rooted devotional, reflection questions, practical tools for everyday worship, and occasional resources to keep you grounded in God’s truth. Subscribe and get the FREE 10-Minute Thought Filter at http://eepurl.com/h3Nafz.