11/8/14 (Sat) POWER UP Acts 1:1-11 You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses… —Acts 1:8 One of my tasks as a teenager (Allen) was to help lay out new irrigation systems for farmers. I especially enjoyed the moment when wed throw the switch and power up the big pump. The pipe filled, sprinklers hissed, and water shot out across the field. Imagine the disciples power-up moment. They were able to switch from fear and uncertainty to courage and boldness when the power of the Holy Spirit filled them (see Acts 2-7). Some scholars compare this with God breathing the breath of life into Adam at creation (Genesis 2:7). Receiving the breath of God is a power-up moment. (See also John 20:22.) Not only do we need a personal relationship with Jesus before being sent out, but we need to rely on him always to empower us to do his work. Sometimes God gives us amazing connections with people we have never met. Some first-time conversations immediately go to a place where we can witness with power to someone who needs Gods love. But sometimes its much harder. Our task is to trust that God will show us how to respond with a smile, a hug, a thoughtful word, or perhaps just by listening. When is the last time you specifically asked God for his power to witness? Its time to power up! Prayer Lord, thank you for your promise of power through the Holy Spirit. Breathe on me, Breath of God, fill me with life anew, that I may love the way you love, and do what you would do. Amen. chinesetodays.org/?d=11/8/2014
Posted on: Sat, 08 Nov 2014 00:05:19 +0000
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