The works of the spirit in the life of a man

The story of how the Spirit of God works in the life of a man is one of transformation, guidance, and purpose. It often begins in the quiet, broken places of the heart—when a man, weary of his own strength, begins to sense a longing for something greater than himself.


A Soul Awakens
At first, it might be a whisper—a moment of conviction, a deep inner stirring, or a sudden realization that life, as it stands, is incomplete. This is the Spirit of God beginning to draw him, softly yet persistently, toward truth. He may not yet understand what’s happening, but the Spirit is already at work—knocking at the door of his heart.


The Encounter
Eventually, this man encounters the Gospel. Perhaps through a sermon, a friend’s testimony, a passage of Scripture, or a personal crisis. When he responds in faith, repenting and surrendering to Jesus Christ, the Spirit of God enters his life—not as a distant force, but as a living presence. This moment marks a new birth. Old things begin to pass away. He is no longer just a man; he becomes a new creation.


The Transformation
Now the Spirit begins His work from within:

He convicts the man of sin—not to condemn, but to lead him to holiness.

He teaches and illuminates the Word of God, helping the man see truths that once seemed hidden.

He produces fruit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These are not mere moral improvements; they are evidence of divine life flowing through human veins.

He empowers the man with gifts for service—words of wisdom, healing, encouragement, leadership, faith—to edify the Church and reach the world.


The Journey
The Spirit becomes a constant companion. In dark valleys, He comforts. In confusion, He gives clarity. When the man feels weak, the Spirit strengthens him; when he feels alone, He reminds him he is a child of God. He prays through the man, even when the man cannot find the words himself.


A Vessel of Glory
Over time, this man—once lost, broken, and self-centered—becomes a vessel of God’s glory. His life points upward. He carries light into darkness, love into hate, and peace into chaos. Not by might, nor by power, but by the Spirit of the living God.


This is not just a story; it is the ongoing reality of every believer yielded to the Spirit. And it continues until the day the man meets Christ face to face, complete and radiant—forever transformed by the Spirit who first whispered, “Come.”