Introduction

Pastor Paul Durbin invites us into the final movement of spiritual formation: Belay—living on mission with Jesus. In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit speaks today, not only through Scripture, but personally and powerfully in our lives. Paul shares a personal story of inner healing and shows how listening prayer can transform even our most painful memories. We learn that the Spirit and the Word always work together—bringing both comfort and calling. The shape of Belaying takes form as a dove (the Spirit), an open Bible (the Word), and an arrow (being sent). This message calls us to listen, heal, and step boldly into the mission God has for us.

📌 Study Guide Tips

• You don’t need to do every section—use what fits your group or season.
• Let the Spirit highlight where to slow down and engage.
• For the greatest impact, invite a few others to go through it with you.

⌘ Space to Belong (Icebreaker)

• Have you ever had a moment where you realized, "I’m not who I was"? (Think funny or serious—it could be from middle school or last month.)

⌘ Space to Believe (Scripture Focus)

John 6:63

“The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you—they are full of the Spirit and life."

John 16:7

“But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.”

Context:

Jesus promised that the Spirit would come to guide, comfort, and lead us in truth. The Spirit continues Jesus’ mission in and through us.

• What stands out to you in this passage? Is there anything new for you to believe or obey?
• In what ways have you experienced God's Spirit speaking to you?
• How can we grow in confidence that we are hearing from the Spirit and still rooted in the Word?

⌘ Space to Become (Application)