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June 8, 2025 32 mins

Pentecost

A Sermon by Brenard Rowe, Elder at Victory Church in Providence, RI.

 

Introduction and Opening Remarks

  • Expression of gratitude for the opportunity to minister.
  • Acknowledgement and prayer for the pastor’s recovery.
  • Personal anecdote about being asked to preach on short notice.

Setting the Context: Pentecost Sunday

  • Explanation that Pentecost is recognized as the birth of the church and a pivotal event in Christian doctrine.
  • Emphasis on the empowerment of the disciples by the Holy Spirit and the ongoing relevance of Pentecost.

The Role and Power of the Holy Spirit

  • The Holy Spirit transforms believers from fearful followers to bold witnesses.
  • The Holy Spirit provides strength, peace, wisdom, unity, and equips believers for service.

Biblical Foundation

  • Reference to Acts 2:1-4 describing the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.
  • Jesus’ instructions to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4-5, Acts 1:8).
  • Importance of receiving the Holy Spirit before undertaking ministry.

The Experience of the Early Church

  • Disciples' state of confusion and despair after Jesus' death.
  • Fulfillment of Jesus’ promise through the coming of the Holy Spirit.
  • The supernatural signs accompanying the Spirit’s arrival (wind, tongues of fire, speaking in tongues).

Speaking in Tongues

  • Definition: A supernatural language for worship and communication with God.
  • Old Testament examples of the Spirit coming upon individuals (e.g., Moses’ elders, Gideon, Samson, Saul’s messengers).
  • New Testament affirmation of speaking in tongues as evidence of Holy Spirit baptism.

Instances of Holy Spirit Baptism in the New Testament

  • Jerusalem (Acts 2:4): Disciples receive the Holy Spirit.
  • Samaria (Acts 8:14-17): Believers receive the Spirit through the apostles’ laying on of hands.
  • Saul/Paul (Acts 9:17): Receives the Spirit after Ananias lays hands on him.
  • Cornelius’ house (Acts 10:44-48): Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit while Peter preaches.
  • Ephesus (Acts 19:1-6): Believers receive the Holy Spirit through Paul.

Benefits of Being Filled with the Holy Spirit

  • Power for ministry (Acts 1:8).
  • Spiritual refreshing (Isaiah 28:11).
  • Ability to witness and reveal Christ (John 16:13-14).
  • Inner strength and comfort (John 15:26).
  • Spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-11).
  • Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22).
  • Spiritual quickening (Romans 8:11).

Who Can Be Filled with the Holy Spirit?

  • Everyone: Rich, poor, young, old, sinners, saints, children, etc.
  • Reference to Psalm 81:10 as encouragement to receive.

Who Cannot Be Filled with the Holy Spirit?

  • Those satisfied with mere salvation and unwilling to serve.
  • Disobedient and unyielding Christians.
  • Those who do not believe or are closed off to the Holy Spirit.

Conditions for Receiving the Holy Spirit

  • Repentance and baptism (Acts 2:28).
  • Asking God with faith (Luke 11:13).
  • Deep conviction, consecration, and willingness to live for God (John 7:37-39).

The Ongoing Work of the Holy Spirit in Believers

  • Teaches and makes believers teachable.
  • Enables true worship and confession.
  • Guides prayer and leads by God’s word.

Conclusion

  • The Holy Spirit is the comforter and helper sent by God.
  • Encouragement to be open to the Holy Spirit’s work and to fulfill commitments in service to God and the church.

 

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