# #293 - Mark Hitchcock // The Spirit-Filled Life

An episode of [The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1786417647), 13 Feb 2026, 6:13.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426656/episodes/18646782-293-mark-hitchcock-the-spirit-filled-life.mp3

We explore what it means to be Spirit-filled and why Ephesians 5:18 sits at the center of Christian power, practice, and everyday life. Dr. Mark Hitchcock shows how daily surrender transforms our homes, marriages, and work with joy, gratitude, and humble strength. • meaning of being Spirit-filled as Spirit-controlled • key contrasts with drunkenness in Ephesians 5:18 • grammar of the command: ongoing, passive, plural • difference between indwelling and filling • practical steps for daily surrender and obedience • signs of filling: joy, gratitude, submission • impact on marriage, parenting, and work life • encouragement to let the Spirit be president Before you go, if you want to help equip other men for the fight, share this podcast around and leave us a five star rating and review Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com

## Chapters

- 0:01 Welcome And Show Context
- 0:22 Guest Introduction And Setup
- 0:39 Defining The Spirit-Filled Life
- 1:00 The Contrast: Drunk Vs. Filled
- 2:00 Grammar Of The Command Explained
- 2:41 Indwelling Versus Filling
- 3:20 How To Be Filled Daily
- 4:23 Evidence Of Being Spirit-Filled
- 4:51 Impact On Home, Marriage, Work
- 5:25 Closing Encouragement And CTA

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