Charles Swindoll (Flying Closer to the Flame, p 246) suggests when we are Spirit-filled and rightly related to Him we can claim the following things on a daily basis:
We are surrounded by the Spirit's omnipotent shield of protection, continually and routinely. We have an inner dynamic to handle life's pressures. We are able to be joyful . . . regardless. We have the capacity to grasp the deep things of God that He discloses to us in His Book. We have little difficulty maintaining a positive attitude of unselfishness, servanthood, and humility. We have a keen sense of intuition and discernment; we sense evil. We are able to love and be loved in return. We can be vulnerable and open. We can rely on the Spirit to intercede for us when we don't even know how to pray as we should. We need never fear evil or demonic and satanic assault. We are enabled to stand alone with confidence. We experience inner assurance regarding decisions as well as right and wrong. We have an "internal filtering system." We can actually live worry-free. We are able to minister to others thorough our spiritual gift(s). We have an intimate, abiding "Abba relationship" with the living God.
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Charles R. "Chuck" Swindoll is an evangelical Christian pastor, educator and radio preacher. He was born in El Campo, Texas, the third of three children born to Earl and Lovell Swindoll. Before a life in Christian ministry, Chuck initially pursued his interest in mechanical engineering, and also served with the United States Marine Corps in Southeast Asia. He married his wife, Cynthia, in 1955 and they have four children. Swindoll entered Dallas Theological Seminary in 1959 where he graduated magna cum laude four years later.
Swindoll is the founder of and speaker on a popular radio broadcast, Insight for Living, which airs on Christian and non-Christian radio markets and now has a growing webcast audience.
Charles R. "Chuck" Swindoll is an evangelical Christian pastor, educator and radio preacher. He was born in El Campo, Texas, the third of three children born to Earl and Lovell Swindoll.
Accuracy, clarity, and practicality all describe the Bible-teaching ministry of Charles R. Swindoll. Chuck is the chairman of the board at Insight for Living and the chancellor of Dallas Theological Seminary. Chuck also serves as the senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas, where he is able to do what he loves most—teach the Bible to willing hearts. His focus on practical Bible application has been heard on the Insight for Living radio broadcast since 1979.