This past week we looked at what it meant for John and Peter to be bold and how they trusted and relied upon the Holy Spirit to guide them through the difficult times of their lives. We saw how by the power of the Holy Spirit, Peter and John were able to influence many to come to the knowledge of Christ as their Savior. How great to see the witness of these two men as they head out in ministry. What is our witness? What have we believed and then seen that provides hope to the hopeless, light in the darkness, and faith to the faithless?

I am challenged often with the thought, “What have you done for me lately?” I think back on the excitement of becoming a Christ follower, and doing whatever I could to bring change about me to show others what Christ has done and was doing in my life. I remember telling people about the moment I knew that I knew that I knew I was cleansed of my sins. Witnessing to others about this love was so real and fresh and powerful.

Now I recall those times and also recall that it was 40 years ago. What new things have I witnessed in my life that causes me to share what God is doing today, through my work, and all about me? Am I looking for the things that the Holy Spirit is placing before me? Am I expecting to see the Holy Spirit work in my midst, or am I thinking that it will only happen to someone else? I believe some people see the Holy Spirit at work because they expect to see the Holy Spirit at work in their own life and in the lives of those around them. One of the things we learned this week was the disciples prayed for the Holy Spirit to make them bolder! I believe they wanted to corner the market on the Holy Spirit. Maybe we should make it our goal to corner the market on the Holy Spirit. I believe the Holy Spirit wants to work in you and in me more than we want the Holy Spirit to work in us.

Join with me this week to keep our prayers tuned to the Spirit, and inviting the Spirit to use us more with each passing day. More Spirit, less me! How has the Spirit worked in your life this week? Tell the world!

Calling all Spirit people,
Kirk