Acts 1 The Power of the Spirit

 

Acts 1– The Power of the Spirit

 

One hundred and twenty ordinary people hardly constitute an imposing army; but in a few days they would make an impact that is being felt even today. The same resources God gave them are still available to us.

 

Christ is the Head of the church (Eph. 1:22) and supplies life to His body, giving dynamic and direction to His people. What He began to do and teach, the church continues as He guides and empowers through His Spirit.

 

God’s power is available to God’s people who want to do His will and be His witnesses. You do not have to be an apostle to have the power of the Spirit in your life. (Eph. 5:18). Any attempted work of the church is doomed to failure without the Spirit. (John 16:7-11).

 

He is the Lord of history, working out His purposes in this world. The church may lose some battles, but we will win the war! Christ’s work in redemption rests primarily on His incarnation, His crucifixion, His resurrection, and His ascension. Just as He left, so would He reurn – in His glorified body. This is part of every Christians hope!

 

God shares His power with us as we pray and ask Him for His help. Throughout Acts, notice Luke’s emphasis on prayer. The first church was a praying church.

 

His Word is still our lamp and light (Ps. 119:105), and we must obey what it says. God guides His people when they are willing to follow.

 

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