Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit: How God's Ongoing Work in Our Lives Unlocks Our Full Potential

by Charles F. Stanley

Is the third Person of the Trinity a distant mystery, a vague cosmic force? Many believers acknowledge Him as a component of faith?but perhaps not as a reality in their daily spiritual walk. Yet the Bible is clear: the Holy Spirit is a vital, equal part of God, promised by the Father to all Christians. In Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit , beloved pastor and Bible teacher Charles Stanley reveals the inner working of the Spirit with simple, straightforward wisdom. With this book, you can better experience this awesome gift of God as you discover: If you are faltering, or easily fall prey to temptation, maybe you've forgotten to rely upon the power of the Holy Spirit and begun to rely only on yourself. The Christian life is meant to be increasingly dependent on His power working within you. Learn today to live in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Faith, Christian Living, Theology, Christianity

112 pages, Hardcover

First published March 11, 2005

About the author

Dr. Charles F. Stanley is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church Atlanta, founder of In Touch Ministries, and a New York Times best-selling author who has written more than fifty books, and has sold more than nine million copies. He demonstrates a keen awareness of people's needs and provides Christ-centered, biblically-based principles for everyday life.

Charles Frazier Stanley was born September 25, 1932, in the small town of Dry Fork, Virginia. The only child of Charley and Rebecca Stanley, Charles came into the world during a time when the entire nation felt the grip of the Great Depression. To make matters worse, just nine months later, his father Charley died at the young age of 29.

However, Charles refused to let the Great Depression or the difficulties of his life define him. Instead, like his father and grandfather before him, he clung to God’s Word and took up the mantle to preach the gospel to whoever would listen.

Dr. Stanley’s motivation is best represented by the truth found in Acts 20:24, “Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about God's mighty kindness and love.” This is because, as he says, “It is the Word of God and the work of God that changes people’s lives.”

Dr. Stanley’s teachings can be heard weekly at First Baptist Church Atlanta, daily on “In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley” radio and television broadcasts on more than 2,800 stations around the world, on the Internet at intouch.org, through the In Touch Messenger, and in the monthly, award-winning In Touch magazine.

Reviews

[Mary Beth Handley · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful little book on the Holy Spirit. A great reminder of our complete dependence on Him to live the life God has called each of us to live. So glad I got to start 2025 with this book for our book group.

[Dana McReynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book as part of a study at church. It's one that could and should be read often. I need these reminders in my life.

[Chee Keong · Rating 5 out of 5]

With this book, I can better experience this awesome gift of God as I discover:
1. What holiness is...
2. Seven works of the Holy Spirit in my life
3. Three potentials God desires me to develop
4. How to remain full of the Holy Spirit
5. Four great questions to ask God every day

[peter sterczela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource

I have read many good books on the topic of the Holy Spirit.
Charles Stanley has become my favorite author on the subject.
His explanations and examples are easy to understand and follow. Obedience to the Word of God is how we truly begin to find what we have been looking for from the start. Living a spirit filled life, guided by the Holy Spirit is God's gift to every believer.

[Meg Koyama · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's not a long book, but very deep in its contents. Dr Stanley concisely and clearly explains who the Holy Spirit is and what He means to us Christians. This book gave me deeper understanding of the importance of the Holy Spirit - and helped me improve my prayer life - I especially love the prayer Dr Stanley writes in the section 5. It doesn't take long to finish this book, but it's a kind of book that I want to (and need to) read over and over again to grow my faith.

[michelle garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read and understand the Holy Spirit functions

I had heard and known about the Holy Spirit, but never understood what is was our how to know if it swelled in me. After reading this book it is clear as day and I have a new sense of understanding. Will read again to better understand all the functions.

[Patricia Coleen Nakpil · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get to know the Holy Spirit

This book is embedded with so much wisdom you wouldn’t even learn in church. The Holy Spirit is the least mentioned personification of the trinity, not just in church, but in our Christian culture. I’m glad that this book emphasized on who the Holy Spirit is and has included practical methods on his role for our daily lives.

[Valerie Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where the Spirit lives

If you don't understand who the Holy Spirit is and what He is to you, read this book. Charles Stanley lays out the steps to asking Jesus into your heart and Jesus in dwells in us through the Holy Spirit. Stanley answers any questions you might have. This book is a blessing...the writing of it is one of Stanley's gifts!
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[Ogbemudia Michael E · Rating 5 out of 5]

New insights about the Holy Spirit

I love this book, simple to understand and ministered truth about the Holy Spirit, and opened my eyes to new revelations about the Holy Spirit.

[Mariah Middleton · Rating 4 out of 5]

such a good read about what the reality of choosing daily to do life with the help of the Holy Spirit looks like. the Holy Spirit is a promise to each of us and is a vital yet often overlooked part of the trinity. we get to lean on Him for help through all tests, trials, and tribulations! TYJ

[Stu · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really good simple introduction to the role of the Holy Spirit in a believers life. Biblically grounded and plainly written, this is a powerful and accessible introduction to the role and person of the Holy Spirit

[Jill Cooksey · Rating 5 out of 5]

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This is a very clear simple explanation of how the Holy Spirit works in your life. It makes it real. Very pertinent.

[Sheila Nielson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as helpful as some of his other books on the Holy Spirit.

[Tami · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

This was such a uplifting book in a time of need. It explains how and why the holy spirit is given to us.

[Kris Donovan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genuinely impacted by this read. So blessed to walk in faith with God. WWJD

[Bobby Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply put and driven by the word of God, Dr. Stanley helps the believer understand the person, working, filling, power and gifting of Holy Spirit.

[Aaron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

A great and informative read a lot of my long asked questions got answered. Thanks for sharing always how blessed I feel.

[John C. Kupka Jr · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed it.

I have been saved for a while now but we all need a refresher of how the Holy Spirit works, on us, in us, and through us. This book refreshed me in a wonderful way.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a great book for a new Christian or one that needs a reminder on how to grow in their spiritual walk with the authority and power of the Holy Spirit.

[Eddie Mae Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enlightening.

I highly recommend this book to both new and seasoned believers. I feel blessed to add this one to my Charles Stanley library.

[Carla Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Spirit

The Holy spirit speak for it self. Love thus book. Get it treasure it like I have. Read it over and over again.

[Kristal Chaffin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy read. Wasn’t as informative as I was hoping but he did say some powerful things that made it worth the read.

[Michelle D. Simms · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read it, study it, live it and act like Him.

Very informative I took lots of notes. Also I made prayers out of a lot of his lessons and teachings in this book.

[M & N · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's always good to read inspirational books. This helped me realize that I might not be calling the Holy Spirit "It" but it has helped me understand why people do. The best inspirational book to read aren't Self-Help books, it would be the Bible itself. That is the only true book anyone needs to help them get out of the messes their in. These other "self-help" books help you understand something things better that you may not able to find answers to in the bible. That's why God puts teachers out there to help us learn. I'm a huge fan of Charles Stanley anyway. God has given him an authority to teach and he teaches with the power of God!

[Eastlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most difficult topics has been teach in a very simple and fair way. To me, it is always difficult to understand the concept of the Holy Spirit, especially too many church has been over emphasis the power of the spirit makes me hesitated sometimes to learn about the topic. This little book has answered me question for several years, and help me not to be afraid of seeking my spiritual gift, yet, not get lost in it. Love it!

[Brent Soderstrum · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoy books by Charles Stanley and he hits the spot with a book on the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the part of the triune God that I know the least about. Good primer-just wish it had been longer.

[Brad · Rating 4 out of 5]

Uplifting and reassuring!

[John Richards · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good read to understand how the Holy Spirit works in our lives.

[Cindy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not strong enough to hold my interest. I found myself re-reading entire sections, not because I didn't understand what the author was saying, but because I was easily distracted from the read.

[Janet Freytag · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book answered a lot of my questions