The Leading of the Spirit | When God Closes Doors
Acts 16:6-10 · January 14, 2024
In “The Leading of the Spirit | When God Closes Doors,” Calvary Chapel Tucson explores how God guides believers through Scripture, the Holy Spirit, godly counsel, and providence. Drawing on Paul’s journey in Acts 16, the message encourages trusting God when plans are blocked, remaining humble and thankful, and following His direction.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
01:07 God orders the steps of those who are His (Psalm 37:23)
01:19 A conditional promise (Proverbs 3:5-6)
02:28 The Holy Spirit gives us guidance (John 16:13)
03:03 He leads the humble in His paths (Psalm 25:9)
03:33 God has a will or purpose for your life (Romans 12:1-2)
07:28 The different ways God guides us - #1 Through His Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
09:24 #2 The Guiding of the Spirit (Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:16; John 16:13)
12:13 #3 Through Godly Counsel (Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; Proverbs 19:20)
15:29 #4 Providence (Ephesians 1:11)
20:39 A closed door (Acts 16:6)
22:22 Another closed door (Acts 16:7-8)
23:10 When God closes a door, He opens a window (Acts 16:9-10)
28:17 Part of our relationship with God is His guidance in our lives
28:43 If we are self-seeking, self-focused, and selfish, we cannot expect to be led by God
29:05 Because God works through providence, the Bible tells us to be thankful in all things
30:25 Closing prayer
