As we continue our study in the book of Acts, When Church Comes to Life, during March I am challenging our First Baptist Family to connect with the Spirit as we learn about the indwelling, empowering, encouraging presence of God who strengthens us for daily living.
The Holy Spirit is not a paranormal anomaly, nor does the Spirit leave behind a trail of glow-in-the-dark heavenly ectoplasm. The Holy Spirit is not a divine ghost drifting aimlessly through space waiting to land on unsuspecting believers, nor is the Spirit synonymous with erratic or ecstatic emotion. The Holy Spirit is the personality of Jesus that comes to reside in the life of a believer during one’s initial salvation experience. The Holy Spirit is the dimension of God that convicts us of sin, comforts us in grief, re-enforces us with boldness, and guides us in decision-making.
This Sunday we are investigating Acts 19:1-7 as we are Getting Acquainted with the Spirit. We are also planning to share a few moments of Parent/Child Dedication in each of our worship services.
On Sunday March 14 we will be celebrating the baptism of those who have recently confirmed their decision to follow Jesus. If you have a friend or family member who has recently made a commitment to Christ, encourage them to contact me or one of our ministers so that we can assist them in preparing for the important step of baptism.
Are you experiencing a fresh breeze of the Spirit blowing across our fellowship? The Holy Spirit is at work to unify and motivate God’s people to serve cooperatively and courageously.
