“Peter and John replied, ‘Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to obey you rather than God. For we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.’”
Acts 4:19-20
Do you remember how exciting high school homecoming week was? There were activities and themes each day to celebrate school spirit. It would conclude with the big Friday night football game honoring the alumni who had returned to join the festivities. That game was particularly lively since so many students and alumni would come to uphold their team spirit and school pride.
Pentecost was sort of a “team spirit” time for the disciples. Their faith and conviction that Jesus is Lord was on display when the tongues of fire came to rest on them (see Acts 2:1-4). Their confidence and courage were amplified as the Holy Spirit poured through them. They must have felt invigorated!
We can experience that same kind of fullness of God’s Spirit in us as the Word dwells in our hearts and flows through us. When we read it, memorize it, and embrace it, the level of our “team spirit” for Jesus Christ rises. Homecoming was a rich experience for teams and student bodies. How much more so is the richness in our lives brought through the Holy Spirit!
Pentecost was sort of a “team spirit” time for the disciples. Their faith and conviction that Jesus is Lord was on display when the tongues of fire came to rest on them (see Acts 2:1-4). Their confidence and courage were amplified as the Holy Spirit poured through them. They must have felt invigorated!
We can experience that same kind of fullness of God’s Spirit in us as the Word dwells in our hearts and flows through us. When we read it, memorize it, and embrace it, the level of our “team spirit” for Jesus Christ rises. Homecoming was a rich experience for teams and student bodies. How much more so is the richness in our lives brought through the Holy Spirit!
Scripture Focus
Acts 2:14-41
Insight
Our source of power, courage, and unity comes from the fellowship we have through the Holy Spirit.
Bible In A Year
- 2 Chronicles 11-12
- Psalm 13
- Matthew 19-20