Is there proof that the outpouring of the Holy Spirit experienced today is genuinely biblical? The proof is the same proof that supported the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. On that occasion the apostle Peter stood up and defended the outpouring by showing that it was a fulfillment of Scripture. He began his explanation by saying, This is what was spoken by the prophet Joel (Acts 2:16). What we are experiencing in our day is that which was prophesied by Joel and which began to be fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost. A comparison of the Book of Acts with what is happening in the modern outpouring of the Spirit reveals striking similarities in pattern and purpose. The impact of the early church, newly equipped by the power of the Holy Spirit, changed the world of that day. Similar changes are being made in human lives today through Spirit-filled servants of God. Christ is preached. Sinners are saved. The sick are healed. The kingdom of God is greatly increased. We can say, with Peter, This is what was spoken by the prophet Joel, though we have not yet seen the full extent of the spiritual awakening for which we are praying. (source: ag.org)
Posted on: Sat, 03 May 2014 11:00:00 +0000
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