CHRIST POURED OUT THE HOLY SPIRIT

The ascension of Jesus Christ to Heaven, the dwelling place of the Father, brings the hope of redemption from the world, to every captive of sin willing to repent, who confesses and receives Him as the only Begotten Son of God and Redeemer of their souls, making their hearts free from guilt and stains by faith, to accommodate the Holy Spirit who keeps a man purified and guided from the influence of sin as a loving, Born-Again Child of God, deserving of the Kingdom (Eph. 4:8, 1 John 3:2-3). Christ fulfilled the Father's promise of the Holy Spirit upon all who faithfully remain in Him and obey His words to help in teaching them, "and bringing to remembrance all things," needed for our spiritual growth and communion with the LORD (Luke 24:49, John 14:26).
One may have been baptized with water as a repentant soul, yet to stay intimately in God's presence requires the additionally baptism of the Holy Spirit, which Jesus Christ gives to all, "who hunger and thirst for righteousness," so we may glorify the LORD as Sons and Daughters of God on Earth (Matt. 3:11 & 5:6, John 14:16).

PRAYER: Thank You, Lord Jesus Christ, for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, which fills and keeps me anointed for the manifestation of Your glorious works on Earth. Please keep me empowered as a channel of Your Word ministering in the Spirit so that many may be reborn in the Spirit as they receive the Bread of Life for the restoration of their souls in Jesus' Name,
Amen.

From Acts 2:33

WITNESSES OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION

Being favored by Grace with the Gift of the Holy Spirit, received through faith in Christ Jesus, our Blessed Redeemer, we are made Witnesses of His resurrection and eternal existence on Earth, commissioned to declare Him before human kind, as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, united with the Father and the Holy Spirit as the God of all creation (John 1:3, 10:30 & 16:28, Acts 1:8, Rev. 19:16). As Witnesses of the Divine Truth revealed by the Holy Spirit, we are ordained to testify of God's Resurrection Power that, "loosed the pains of death," from Jesus Christ, "because it was not possible that He should be held by it," as the Righteous Lamb of God, so that many ignorant to the Truth may see the Light and be restored to Life as they receive the Good News of Salvation (John 1:4 & 2:24, Acts 2:24, Rom. 1:17 & 3:21-23).
Moreover, the Son of God and "Prince of Life, whom God raised from the dead," after being denied, persecuted, and killed by the ones whom He came to redeem, has given us the Great Commission to serve as Witnesses of His everlasting existence, graced with His mighty Power to overcome every challenge that stands in our way while seeking for the lost sheep and fishing for people lost in a sea of sin (Acts 3:14-15).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, Heavenly Father, for making me a Witness of Christ's resurrection through the revelation of the Holy Spirit and Your presence in me, making me a channel of Your Living Word, testifying of Your Redeeming Grace and Power of restoration, to all. Please help me in taking the Gospel to the reach of all who need to be reborn in the Spirit, to serve in Your Vineyard as fellow Witnesses of Christ's resurrection, by the redemption of their souls, through faith in Your Holy Name,
Amen.

From Acts 2:32

PROCLAIM CHRIST'S RESURRECTION

We, as ministering vessels of the Holy Spirit, affirming and confessing the Truth, are called, chosen, and anointed through the Great Commission, to proclaim the resurrection of Christ, the Redeeming Word of God, for the restoration of souls, transforming lives to be reborn in the Spirit, into the Kingdom of God (Ps. 19:7, Matt. 28:19-20). With our souls Divinely enlightened and eyes opened to recognize the Truth sworn to and fulfilled by our Heavenly Father, the Covenant-Keeping-God, we are empowered to reveal the Salvation of the LORD, Jesus Christ, "the High Priest who is seated at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens," through spreading the Gospel, accompanied by signs which make those ignorant in the Spirit, knowledgeable of Christ's resurrection and ascension, for the Salvation of the souls who also will believe (Ps. 89:3-4 & 132:11, Mark 16:20, Heb. 8:1).
Therefore, receiving Jesus Christ, who owns every authority in Heaven and Earth, as the Author and Finisher of our faith, makes us worthy vessels to minister and proclaim His resurrection by the Holy Spirit - which testifies of His victory over death and affirms His ascension as the judge of all - declaring Resurrection and Life to all who receive Higher Truth, by faith (Matt. 28:18, John 11:25, Acts 10:42)..

PRAYER: Thank You, Lord Jesus Christ, my Blessed Redeemer, for by joining me in death, You took away my sins, and Your resurrection brings me into the Ascended Life as a member of Your Body, doing the will of the Father on Earth: making the Truth known, for the Redemption of souls,
Amen!

From Acts 2:30-31

SHOWN THE WAYS OF LIFE

By trusting in Christ Jesus, "the Way, the Truth, and the Life," we are made to know, "the ways of Life," leading to eternity with the Father, through the presence of the Holy Spirit who lives in us, faithful Children of God, guiding our footsteps and taming our tongues according to the will of the Father, declared by His Word for long life, seeing what is good, and God's glory (Ps. 34:11-14 & 119:133). The everlasting Life we receive as we faithfully, "walk in the Spirit," by abiding in God's Word, keeps us filled with an unending joy in His presence, which overcomes every sadness and pain as we commune with Him in the Spirit by praying and keeping ourselves separate from the lust of the flesh, to glorify His Holy Name (Ps. 16:11, Rom. 12:11-12, Gal. 5:25).
Moreover, knowing how to stay on the path of Truth and Righteousness by the Spirit, requires obedience to the Word of God, who Shepherds us towards the Father to experience the joy of His Divine presence, which comforts us with peace and hope of everlasting Life with the saints, to rule in His Heavenly Kingdom, which has no end (Luke 1:33).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, LORD, Heavenly Father, for filling me with unending joy in Your presence, through the Holy Spirit who lives in me, showing me the narrow path of Life and leading me through it, as an Overcomer, triumphing over the lust of the flesh, wiping away every tear,
Hallelujah!

From Acts 2:28

THE JUST WILL NEVER BE ABANDONED

The LORD, Abba Father and Covenant-Keeping God who never forsakes His own but attends to the needs of His Faithful Ones in due time, will always keep the soul and Spirit of the Righteous in Christ away from the realm of the dead; for the Spirit is Life, and the souls of all worshiping the LORD in Truth and the Spirit, belong to God who gives Everlasting Life to His Children by faith in Christ Jesus (John 3:16 & 6:63, Rom. 8:10). The soul of the upright in heart is guiltless, being redeemed by faith through the Word of God as one lives and walks in the Spirit, preserved to fulfill one's Divine Calling - doing the will of the Father on Earth by bearing fruits that last, through the grace and strength given by the True Vine to glorify the LORD.
Therefore, being the Righteousness of God in Christ Jesus, we are always "rescued from trouble" by the LORD, which makes neither the grave nor hell able to hold captive the Faithful, for they belong to God, and no one can snatch what belongs to the Father from His hands (Pro. 11:8, John 10:28-29).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, LORD, Heavenly Father, for delivering me from shame and keeping my soul from the bondage of the grave and hell, through the redeeming blood of Your only begotten Son, my Lord and Savior, who commissioned me to live and not die at the hands of the wicked, but glorify Your Holy Name forever,
Amen.

From Acts 2:27

HOPE AND JOY IN GOD'S PRESENCE

The Divine presence of the Almighty in the life of every faithful Christian, gives confidence of safety, springing forth hope with the assurance of joy and gladness as we abide by His Word and walk according to the guidance of His Spirit, who shows "the path of Life" leading to everlasting peace, pleasure, and comfort in Heaven with Christ and the saints (Ps. 19:8-11). It doesn't matter who you are, where you're from, or what you're doing, for it's only through faith in Jesus the Messiah, and submission to the will of the Spirit, one will be able to dwell in the comfort of God's presence where there is an abundance of Joy and everlasting Peace.
Also, being vessels of clay in the Hands of God, accommodating the Holy Spirit, we are supernaturally sustained by grace, which makes our flesh "rest in hope" of a fulfilled life on Earth and our soul stay preserved for eternity in the bosom of the Father (Jer. 18:4, 2 Cor. 4:6-7). So, we shouldn't neglect our calling in Christ, yet continue in the Great Commission, and we will rejoice in the comfort of His presence, as fruitful branches in the True Vine, on the Last Day.

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, Heavenly Father, for giving me joy and hope through the knowledge of Your Word in my life, which restores peace to my soul and gladdens my heart. Please help me to reach out to those who need Your presence so the humble may rejoice as they receive Your redeeming Word,
Amen.

From Acts 2:25-26

DEATH CAN'T HOLD THE RIGHTEOUS

As the Righteous in Christ Jesus, our Blessed Redeemer and Lord, we have overcome death, which is the wage of sin, through faith in Him who took our discipline, pain, and sorrow, while we receive the Gift of Everlasting Life, even as we continuously declare God's Grace, Love, and Power throughout our lives, for the Salvation of those who are ignorant of the Truth and have been held captive by "the accuser of our Brethren," because of their past (Is. 53:5, Rom. 6:23, Rev. 12:10-11). By grace, through the Holy Spirit who lives in us, Life is given to our mortal bodies to function as Temples of God, consecrated for His service through baptism and circumcision, which signify being dead to the flesh and resurrected to everlasting Life in the Spirit (John 3:5, Rom. 8:10-11, 1 Cor. 6:14, Col. 2:11-13).
Moreover, being in the Body of Christ Jesus, raised by our Heavenly Father, we are presented as pure channels of His Living Word, commissioned to testify of His redeeming Grace and Power which delivers all who believe from the bondage of sin and death (2 Cor. 4:13-14, Eph. 1:20). So, let's stay steadfast to our Christ's Calling by seeking the lost sheep, in their time of need, offering for them to be set free from the pain of death and eternal condemnation, through the Gospel of Salvation - discipling them in the path of Truth and Righteousness revealed by God's Word through the Holy Spirit so they may have Life more abundantly, in Christ Jesus (John 10:10).

PRAYER: Thank You, Lord Jesus Christ, for I have overcome death and every pain, by faith in You, while every effort of the accuser of the Brethren is dealt with by the Advocate of the Righteous who lives in me, the Temple of God,
Amen.

From Acts 2:23-24

APPROVED BY GOD

The LORD's approval of His chosen vessels, anointed for His glory, is seen and known by others in need of His Salvation through God's mighty deeds, signs, and wonders done by the Holy Spirit who lives in children of God, working through the obedient, faithful, and pure in heart, "to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose" (John 3:2, Phil. 2:12-15). At God's demonstration and affirmation of His Anointed, visibly manifesting through them by pouring out the power to perform miracles, the ears of the humble are opened to learn the Truth and communicate it in a way which sustains the weary whose hearts are willing to receiving it despite discomfort to the flesh, rejecting every rebellious spirit, to embrace the Love of the LORD (Is. 50:4-5).
Therefore, being called, chosen, and anointed by the Father through "the Holy Spirit and with Power," you need to be fruitful by advancing His Kingdom as you take the Good News of Salvation to all: healing and delivering the oppressed from captivity of the Adversary, in Jesus' Name which is above all names (Acts 10:38)!

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, LORD, Omnipotent God, for Your Divine presence in my life by the signs and miraculous works You are doing through me, for the Salvation of souls, to Your glory. Please continue to lead me to those who need Your Saving Grace so they may receive redemption by the revelation of Your Word and Power, manifested by the person of the Holy Spirit who lives in me,
Amen.

From Acts 2:22

SAVED BY CALLING GOD'S NAME

The Name of the LORD, God's Salvation, is Powerful to visit and redeem, "all who call upon Him in Truth," for, "the LORD is righteous in all His ways, Gracious in all His works," fulfilling the desires of all who repent, turning to love Him obediently when they hear the Gospel (2 Chr. 7:14, 16, Ps. 145:17-19, Luke 1:67-75, Rom. 10:12-13). Calling on the true God, requires that you have clean hands to lift and a pure heart, humbly accepting undeserved freedom from guilt by holding no grudge towards another, so your prayers may ascend as incense and an offering worthy to be presented before the Most High who cares for the lowly (Ps. 141:1-2, Matt. 5:23-24, Acts 10:4).
Also, as God's Chosen, dwelling in the Body of Christ, we are favored by the Holy Spirit with Divine authority by faith in Jesus, to call upon our Father in times of trouble, who will protect and deliver any of us, so we may remain spiritually fit to glorify Him, as His Beloved and holy Children, joining with all creation in praise (Ps. 50:15)!

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, for sending Jesus Christ, for I am safe in Your Hands and whenever I call upon Your Name, You are always there to attend to the voice of my supplication, meeting me at the point of my needs and delivering me from trouble and even death (Ps. 116:2-4). Blessed be Your Holy Name,
Hallelujah!

From Acts 2:21

PROPHECY FULFILLED

We are in the last days, when every prophecy concerning the end of time is gradually taking place in the lives of the Faithful, made worthy of God's abundant Grace meeting our needs and comforting us with His Divine presence, to live as Heirs of His Kingdom on Earth, with tender hearts purified to work with all our might as ministering vessels of the Holy Spirit (Is. 44:3, Ezek 11:19). This is taking place, "before the great and awesome day of the LORD," and as we remain steadfast, abiding in Jesus Christ, the Living Word of God, our Lord, and Savior, we will never lack the presence of His Divine Comforter (Joel 2:28-31, Zec. 12:10).
Moreover, living faithfully in the fulfillment of God's prophecies and promises, given unique experiences of His wonder-working Power, makes us channels of His Word, springing forth with the Spirit who offers the Gospel of Truth which revives the hearts of all who receive it with complete trust (John 7:38-39, Acts 10:45-46).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, my Covenant-Keeping God who never fails, for making me worthy by Your Grace through bold faith, to live out loud, in the fulfillment of Your Word, prophesied in Your Holy Name. Please continue to lead me through the Holy Spirit, to deliver your message to those who are ignorant of Your words of Life so they may have personal experiences of the manifestation of Your Power, bringing Your promises to fulfillment for the Salvation of more souls before the end, in Jesus' Name,
Amen.

From Acts 2:14-20

QUESTIONED FOR BEING DIVINELY GIFTED

Those who choose to be spiritually ignorant, see the things of the Spirit as foolishness, "and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit of Holiness," which makes those fixated with their own image and evil thoughts, mock ministering vessels of God's Spirit without realizing they are blaspheming against the Power of the True God (1 Cor. 2:14, Prov. 3:5). Being "filled with the Spirit," keeps we Christians guided with Wisdom and separated from iniquity by the knowledge of God's redeeming Word, making those who are carnally-minded unable to discern our Divine identity as ministering vessels of the Holy Spirit, delivered from the influence of unclean spirits on the flesh, now purified for God's glory (Ez. 44:21, Eph. 5:18, 1 Tim. 3:2-3, 8 & 11).
Moreover, the New Wine symbolizes New Life and the Joy that comes with our covenant-relationship with an amazing God, manifesting through the Power and presence of the Holy Spirit overflowing in our lives to the curious, kept close as they embrace Holy fear and seek answers from those sent to them (Prov. 2:2-7, Matt. 7:6-8). So, those who mock we Christians for being living vessels of the Holy Spirit, are unknowingly highlighting the difference between those lingering outside and fellowship with the Father who spoke light into the darkness of sons of Man sealed by the blood of the Lamb Jesus Christ to live in His Body, the Church, established for the growth of God's advancing Kingdom on Earth (Luke 22:19-20).

PRAYER: Thank You, Ever-Loving God, for keeping me filled up with Your Spirit, who controls my thoughts and guides my ways to abide by Your Word and live as an earthen vessel, chosen and anointed for Your glory. Please help me to stay positive, making mockers realize their attitudes are wrong and come out from spiritual bondage to repent, as I continuously live for Your glory, in Jesus' Holy Name,
Amen.

From Acts 2:12-13