Mark 1:8, Ezekiel 36:25-36 | Sermon Resources | 4 May 2025
Sermon Summary
While water baptism is a visible and celebratory moment, it ultimately points to a deeper, spiritual reality—being baptized by the Holy Spirit. In the sermon this week Pastor Billy explores four evidences of this Spirit baptism: a new heart, a new freedom, a new humility, and a new fruitfulness. These aren’t just past experiences, but ongoing marks of God’s transforming presence in the life of every believer.
Discussion Questions
Warming Up
1. What most stood out to you from the sermon this week?
2. How did the contrast between water baptism and Spirit baptism help you better understand their significance?
A New Heart (Ezekiel 36:25-27a)
3. What does it mean to receive a “new heart” and a “new spirit”?
4. Have you experienced this kind of heart change? If so, how has it shaped your walk with God?
A New Freedom (Ezekiel 36:27b-30)
5. In what areas of your life have you experienced freedom because of the Holy Spirit?
6. Are there any “uncleannesses” or areas of bondage where you are still seeking God’s deliverance?
A New Humility (Ezekiel 36:31-32)
7. Why do you think true spiritual growth leads to deeper humility rather than pride?
8. What is the positive spiritual fruit of having a deeper “sense” of our sin?
A New Fruitfulness (Ezekiel 36:33-36)
9. What evidence of spiritual fruit do you see in your life?
10. Are there any “desolate places” in your life where you are asking God to bring new growth?
Wrapping Up
11. What most encouraged or challenged you from our study today?
