FOCUS SCRIPTURE: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. ~ Acts 1:8 KJV
In Filled with Divine Power, Pastor Ross reflects on the moment Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure and the coming of the Holy Ghost. Acts 1:8 reveals the promise of divine empowerment, not just for the apostles but for all believers. Jesus instructs them to wait in Jerusalem, where they would soon experience the fulfillment of God’s promise, a transformational outpouring of power through the Holy Spirit. This power would turn ordinary people into bold witnesses, equipping them for the mission ahead. We explore three key points that demonstrate how God’s Spirit empowers, transforms, and builds up the body of Christ:
- The Promise of the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4-5)
- Jesus instructed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Ghost, stressing the need for preparation, anticipation, and trust in God’s timing for receiving divine power.
- The Outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4)
- Pentecost marks the moment the Holy Ghost empowered the apostles, signifying the Spirit’s essential role in enabling believers to carry out God’s mission.
- The Unity and Growth of the Early Church (Acts 2:42-47)
- After Pentecost, the early church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, communion, and prayer. The Spirit fostered unity and strengthened the faith community.
For believers, this message is a reminder that we are never alone. The Holy Spirit provides wisdom, strength, and boldness to live faithfully and impact the world. Pentecost shows us that God’s power is available to all who trust Him.
To those that are seeking, The invitation is clear: God’s presence and power are real and life-changing, and they are available to anyone who believes in Jesus Christ. Through the Holy Spirit, we are all invited into a deeper, empowered relationship with God.
Supporting Scriptures: Acts 1:4–5, Acts 2:1–4, Acts 2:42–47 (KJV)
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