During Bible Study this week, we studied the early church in Ephesus and were surprised to read about new disciples who “[had] not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.” (Acts 19:1-2) Such a declaration is hard to imagine among Jewish Christians, but reminds us the early church was made up of not only Jewish, but also Gentile believers. The significant role of the Spirit of the Lord … [Read more...]
Holy Spirit on the Move
Let me tell you a little story about how the Holy Spirit moves and works. What I'm going to tell you is neither new nor unknown. It is, however, surprising and amazing, and if you're anything like me, encouraging. Yesterday morning as I was gathering my clothes for the day, I bent over to pick up a belt. As I bent down, a friend's name immediately and randomly popped in my mind. I … [Read more...]