Jesus said, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere — in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” – (Acts 1:8) Everywhere! That pretty much covers the world, doesn’t it? The amazing thing is … Read more
“John baptized in water; you will be baptized in the Holy Spirit. And soon.†– (Acts 1:5) “Stay in Jerusalem!” “Wait for the promised gift!” These were Jesus’ words to his closest followers. Now we understand why. When John the Baptizer came, he spoke of one who would baptize in the Holy Spirit. As Jesus … Read more
In my first book I told you, Theophilus, about everything Jesus began to do and teach until the day he was taken up to heaven after giving his chosen apostles further instructions through the Holy Spirit. – (Acts 1:1-2) God’s leaders in the Old Testament spoke by the power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus is … Read more