The Holy Spirit … Keep the Fire Burning, Part 11
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In this episode of The Truth Barista, host Lindsay and guest Dr. J. continue their series 'Keep the Fire Burning' with a deep dive into how believers can be led by the Holy Spirit. They emphasize that spiritual guidance is not automatic but a learned skill rooted in three key principles: God's Word as the objective standard, the Holy Spirit as the subjective witness, and divine providence through circumstances. Using the metaphor of three harbor lights guiding ships safely into port, they explain that true spiritual leading must align with Scripture, bring peace rather than fear, and be confirmed through life events. The hosts caution against false teachings, particularly from groups like the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, arguing that any revelation contradicting the Bible cannot be from the Holy Spirit. They stress the importance of discernment, humility, and ongoing trial-and-error learning in walking with God. The episode ends with a call to action: engage with the Bible through the 'Cruisin' Through the Bible' resource, support the ministry, and stay connected for future episodes.
Spiritual guidance requires learning and practice, not automatic revelation.
God's Word is the ultimate, unchanging standard for discerning true spiritual leading.
The Holy Spirit never contradicts Scripture; any leading that does so is not from God.
Peace, not fear or agitation, is a hallmark of genuine Holy Spirit guidance.
Circumstances are part of God's providential guidance and should be interpreted in light of Scripture and the Spirit.
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The World’s Spiritual Crisis and the Need for Truth
Lindsay opens with a critique of modern cultural confusion around identity and truth, positioning The Truth Barista as a source of biblical clarity and hope in a chaotic world.
The Three Harbor Lights: God’s Word, the Holy Spirit, and Circumstances
“When these three lights—God's Word, the Holy Spirit's leading, and circumstance—come together, you can be pretty sure you can move ahead.”
God’s Word: The Unchanging Objective Standard
“If it contradicts those two things [Old and New Testament], it was not of the Holy Spirit.”
The Holy Spirit’s Subjective Witness and the Danger of False Leading
“The Holy Spirit will never lead you beyond the revelation he has already given through Jesus Christ.”
Circumstances as Divine Providence and Testing
God uses both good and bad circumstances to guide believers. The episode distinguishes between testing (for growth) and temptation (for sin), urging listeners to evaluate fruit and seek peace in decision-making.
“If it contradicts those two things [Old and New Testament], it was not of the Holy Spirit.”
“When these three lights—God's Word, the Holy Spirit's leading, and circumstance—come together, you can be pretty sure you can move ahead.”
“The Holy Spirit will never lead you beyond the revelation he has already given through Jesus Christ.”
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Lindsay
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The Truth Barista
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Dr. J.
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Highbeam Ministry
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Book of Mormon
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Mormons
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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Bob Mumford
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