"The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ." Acts 5:41-42
The power and fruitfulness of the early Church came from simple people who had experienced the personal rescue of Jesus. They learned to abide in His power, His promises, His truth and to let Him use them. They boldly took advantage of everyday opportunities to testify to the life Jesus Christ provides, and they rejoiced when that witness demanded the sacrifice of suffering. But their focus was on Christ, on following the promptings of the Holy Spirit, letting Him overflow from their lives.
"We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey Him." Acts 5:32
So today, as with everyday, rejoice in the witness of the Holy Spirit within you. And with the Spirit’s power, embrace the unstoppable mission of Jesus.
Because Jesus wins,
Pastor Luke Dudenhofer,
New Life Community Church, Bridgeport
