“Temples of the Spirit”

Text: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13; 3:16-17; 6:19-20

Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:16

Introduction: Who do we belong to?

I. We need to recognize that we are temples of the Holy Spirit.

A. Our bodies belong to God.

B. John 14:15-18

II. We need to rejoice that we are temples of the Holy Spirit.

A. John 15:8-13

B. John 16: 13-15

C. John 3:5; Titus 33:5

III. We need to cooperate fully with the Holy Spirit who has made a temple of our bodies (Acts 5:32).

A. Galatians 5:16-21

B. Galatians 5:22-23

C. Ephesians 4:30; 1 Thess. 5:7-19

We can face life with courage and comfort and hope.