A Vessel For The Holy Spirit Series

A VESSEL FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:21

Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Acts 9:15, 2 Corinthians 4:7

INTRODUCTION:

God is always in search of vessels He can use for His glory. He does not just use anyone; He uses prepared, clean, and yielded vessels. In 2 Timothy 2:21, Paul highlights that those who purge themselves become vessels unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the Master’s use. This means God desires consecrated vessels who can carry His presence and do His will.

The Holy Spirit is not looking for perfect people, but for purified and available vessels. He will not fill a vessel that is contaminated, nor will He use a vessel that is unwilling. To carry divine power, a believer must be sanctified and separated from the filth of the world.

Being a vessel for the Holy Spirit is more than just being saved. It is a commitment to a life of holiness, surrender, and divine purpose. A vessel is not just for decoration—it is for function. God fills us not for show, but for service.

1. GOD USES ONLY CLEAN AND PREPARED VESSELS

To be a vessel for the Holy Spirit, one must be set apart and clean in heart, thought, and behaviour.

a) Sanctification is God’s standard for usefulness (1 Thessalonians 4:3):

Without holiness, we disqualify ourselves from being vessels of honour.

b) Purity attracts divine presence (Matthew 5:8):

Only the pure in heart can see and host God.

c) A defiled vessel leaks divine grace (Ezekiel 44:23):

Mixture and compromise hinder the flow of the Spirit.

d) Cleansing is both God’s work and man’s responsibility (James 4:8):

We must choose to draw near to God and forsake defilement.

Biblical Example: Joseph remained pure in Potiphar’s house, and God filled and used him mightily to save nations (Genesis 39:7-12; 41:38-41).

2. A VESSEL MUST BE YIELDED TO THE HOLY SPIRIT’S CONTROL

It’s not enough to be clean; one must also be available and obedient to divine instructions.

a) God does not force His way into anyone’s life (Revelation 3:20):

The Holy Spirit seeks willing and surrendered hearts.

b) Yielded vessels carry divine authority (Romans 6:13):

Presenting yourself to God allows Him to work through you.

c) Obedience activates divine assignment (Isaiah 1:19):

When we obey, we step into divine purpose.

d) A vessel must remain humble to be continually useful (James 4:6):

Pride disqualifies even a once-honourable vessel.

Biblical Example: Mary, the mother of Jesus, yielded fully to God’s plan despite the cost. She became the vessel through whom the Saviour was born (Luke 1:38).

3. VESSELS CARRY AND DISPENSE THE HOLY SPIRIT’S POWER

Vessels are not for storage only—they are for divine distribution.

a) The Holy Spirit empowers vessels for supernatural service (Acts 1:8):

We become channels of God’s power when filled with the Spirit.

b) God’s treasure is placed in human vessels (2 Corinthians 4:7):

His power is revealed through our human weakness.

c) A vessel’s value lies in what it carries (John 7:38–39):

The indwelling Spirit turns ordinary people into extraordinary instruments.

d) Vessels must stay filled and not run dry (Ephesians 5:18):

Continuous infilling is necessary for sustained relevance.

Biblical Example: Peter, once timid, became bold and miraculous after being filled with the Holy Spirit. His life became a vessel of healing and transformation (Acts 2:1–4; 3:6–8).

4. BEING A VESSEL REQUIRES DAILY CONSECRATION AND SERVICE

Holiness is not a one-time event but a daily walk. A vessel must remain consecrated and committed.

a) Consecration keeps you fit for continuous use (Romans 12:1):

Presenting your body daily as a living sacrifice keeps you usable.

b) Separation from the world preserves divine virtue (2 Corinthians 6:17):

We must not mingle with sin or the unclean.

c) A vessel must be found faithful (1 Corinthians 4:2):

God honours consistent service and dedication.

d) Staying in God’s presence keeps the vessel anointed (Psalm 92:10):

Fresh oil is needed for fresh assignments.

Biblical Example: Samuel was dedicated to the Lord from birth and remained in the temple. God used him as a prophetic vessel all his life (1 Samuel 3:1–21).

CONCLUSION:

God desires to pour His Spirit into men and women who are clean, willing, and obedient. You can be a vessel unto honour—a carrier of divine glory, power, and purpose. But you must first be emptied of sin, pride, and worldliness. You must yield to the Spirit and remain connected to the Source.

God is not short of power, but He is short of prepared vessels. Will you make yourself available? Will you allow Him to sanctify, fill, and send you? Let today be your turning point—from being an ordinary believer to becoming a vessel of divine impact.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, I thank You for the privilege to be a vessel in Your house.