Be Filled
Ephesians 5:18
The Upward Look
by Max D. Hutto,
“And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit,” Ephesians 5:18 NASB
Much like excessive wine controls a person causing them to act in drunkenness and debauchery, a disciple is commanded to be filled, controlled, empowered by the Holy Spirit. As a disciple completely yields to the Lordship of Christ, the Spirit fills the believer’s life, cleansing and sanctifying him, changing his character and lifestyle to one of purity and holiness. The Spirit will mold him and remake him so that the fruit of the Spirit is evident in his life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Eph. 5:22-23). The Spirit gives the disciple boldness to witness and to do deeds that glorify Christ.
Lord Jesus, I surrender completely to You. Fill me this day with Your Spirit that I may glorify You.
February 13, 2026 - © Copyright 2026, Max D. Hutto.
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