"On one occasion, while he was eating with them, He gave them this command : "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." Acts 1:4-5
This is a wonderful example of God keeping His promises. We know the Holy Spirit came. We know He is in each of us and empowers us. But, like the early followers of Christ we must be willing to receive commands and obey. The disciples did as they were commanded. We should take heed. If we lack power in our lives, attaining it begins with surrender. We must trust the Lord's instructions. Jesus shared this directive over a meal. I am confident that they had no idea what this promise meant. But, that is faith in action, doing what the Lord says til we understand better. Not easy, but more effective than second guessing or disobeying for sure. The ingredients of faithfulness are in His directives. Hear them? LISTEN.... WAIT... OBEY. It is always as He says.
Know His promise so you can trust His promise, so you can receive His promise. Probably means we will need to listen, obey and wait. All the best stuff usually requires that. It is worth it. If you have never known His power, it is well worth waiting for.
Trusting Him,
Pastor Fred
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