The Holy Spirit and You

"One Year Bible" New Testament Passage Acts 2:1-47 1 When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV) Few passages of Scripture have come under closer scrutiny over the past fifty years than these four short verses. There is a vast array of different interpretation and application concerning the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer. The result has been misunderstanding and confusion for many. So let's simplify things a bit. First, we should NEVER be afraid of the Holy Spirit. He is my friend, He is my Comforter, He is my God. Second, the Holy Spirit is given to ALL of God's people; not just a select few of super-spiritual ones. The Holy Spirit is the power for the entire Church, not just the "deeper life club." Third, the gifts of the Spirit are for today! ALL of the gifts of the Spirit. Entire denominations have been built on the belief that the gift of tongues is somehow unique from all other gifts and therefore more important. Let's simplify. Tongues is but one of MANY GIFTS. The Holy Spirit wants to release His power in your life so focus on the Holy Spirit, not just one gift. Allow Him to do what He wants to do. Fourth, the effect of the Spirit's presence is like WIND and FIRE. Our prayer is that daily He fill us with the winds that will carry us and guide us. Our prayer is that He set our hearts on fire with a passion for His presence and His will to be done. If you are a believer, a follower of Jesus, you have already received the Holy Spirit in your salvation experience. Now it is time to learn to move in the Holy Spirit - to be filled and empowered by the Holy Spirit.