The Power Within

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth.” Acts 1:8

After Christ’s death and resurrection, two endearing reasons He appeared to His disciples were to reassure them of His love and to comfort them in their distress. Jesus promised He would send another Comforter who would come alongside to strengthen and guide them. It was His promise of the Holy Spirit.

Even though He had spoken of this before, they had not grasped the reality of Christ’s death and resurrection. Their minds were bound by human limitations. Christ’s words were both disheartening and confusing, especially in light of His previous accomplishments.

They had witnessed His healing touch and experienced the power of His words as He commanded the sea to cease its rage. Yet they had no idea of the power He was about to bestow on them.

The Holy Spirit is God’s seal of redemption on our lives. He is also our divine power source. As we learn to utilize His resources, He equips us for life and ministry while empowering us with God’s strength.

How do you begin to exercise the power of the Holy Spirit? First, make sure you have accepted Christ as Savior, and then resolve to make Him Lord in every area of your life. Only when Jesus is completely Lord do you have the unhindered fullness of His Holy Spirit.