In John Jesus established that if we love Him we will obey His teachings All of them If we are selective in our obedience obeying some of His teachings but rejecting others our love is lacking True devotion to Christ accepts everything of Him from Him and by Him Greg shows by scripture that the tongues of fire at Pentecost were connected with the Baptism with the Holy Spirit In all four gospels John the Baptist emphatically identifies Jesus as the Baptizer with the Holy Spirit Every experience of this crucial infilling heavily emphasized in Acts chs was Christ's personal [... more]

Greg continues teaching on the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and tongues of fire that appeared at the birth of the church on Pentecost Day Did Jesus promise or prophesy any of the things that occurred during that dramatic and dynamic experience Were the tongues of fire a divine sign of things to come or a passing anomaly And more importantly were the things that occurred in the Upper Room linked to the risen Christ Or were they simply things that His followers experienced yet had no direct connection to Him Greg answers these questions and more in this episode [... more]

The birth of the church of Jesus Christ on Pentecost Day as recorded in Acts was accompanied by some admittedly strange phenomena the sound of a rushing tornado visible flames of fire over the heads of the believers present and speaking in strange unknown languages Why did these things happen Were they of God Of Men Of Satan Had those present previously received the Holy Spirit If so when and where did they receive Him and how much And what does this historical account tell us about our Christian walk today In this first episode Greg shares the first of [... more]

God wants to give believers the power to do His work, and He wants to fill them with the Holy Spirit. Pastor Greg Laurie explains that revival is a community saturated with God and that it starts with us. He shares the story of the Jesus Revolution, a spiritual awakening in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and how it changed lives. He encourages listeners to pray for the Holy Spirit and to be filled with Him, just as Jesus promised. He also invites listeners to come to Christ and to make a change in their relationship with the Lord. [... more]

The day of Pentecost was a pivotal moment in the birth of the church, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, igniting their passion and unity. This event, described in Acts chapter 2, is a model for the church today, demonstrating the power of the Holy Spirit in bringing people together and empowering them to spread the gospel. The Holy Spirit's presence is not just a historical event, but a living reality that can be experienced today, filling believers with passion, purpose, and power to live out their faith. [... more]

A.W. Tozer's life and ministry were marked by a passion for God's glory and a call to spiritual reformation. He believed that the church must have a transforming vision of God, not a utilitarian God who brings success, but the majestic God who sits upon the circle of the earth. Tozer's preaching and writing emphasized the importance of genuine exposition of Scripture, moral reform, and the exaltation of Jesus Christ. [... more]

A 75-year-old Peter, a former fisherman and church statesman, writes to encourage believers in the face of persecution, urging them to entrust their lives to their Creator God, who will always do what is right in a world gone wrong. [... more]

The Holy Spirit's outpouring brings about the last days, launches the kingdom of God, and transforms us to the hope of righteousness. Through faith, we trust Christ for salvation and the Holy Spirit's power to sustain us, overcome our struggles, and live as new creations in Christ. [... more]

The power of the tongue is a double-edged sword, capable of bringing either blessing or cursing. God's control over our tongues is essential for speaking words that bring life and healing, rather than harm and pain. The gift of tongues, demonstrated on the day of Pentecost, was a miracle of God, allowing people to speak in languages they had not learned, and was a sign of the gospel going out to all nations. [... more]

The Holy Spirit's outpouring at Pentecost marks a turning point in human history, fulfilling God's ancient promise to send the Spirit and empowering believers for mission. Jesus, the ascended and exalted King, pours out the Spirit upon his people, giving them life and transforming them into new creations. The Spirit's presence is a down payment assuring believers of their eternal redemption and resurrection, and it transforms all people, bringing a permanent, internal renewal through faith. [... more]

Jesus Christ is a stranger to us because our hearts are hardened by sin, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, he opens our eyes to see the reality of his physical resurrection, proving he is the Christ, Messiah, and Savior. The Holy Spirit takes our darkened minds and gives us spiritual comprehension, allowing us to understand the gospel and recognize Jesus as the risen King. Through word and sacrament, the Holy Spirit ignites the fire of faith within us, burning away sinful desires and stirring love for God and our neighbor. [... more]

The boy Jesus reveals his divine mission at the temple, demonstrating his unique connection to God the Father and setting the stage for his future saving work. His interaction with the temple teachers and his parents showcases his divine understanding and obedience, highlighting his awareness of his identity as the Son of God sent to seek and save the lost. [... more]

Peter's transformation from a man-fearing spirit to boldness is a powerful example of the Holy Spirit's work in our lives. After being intimidated by the people and denying Jesus, Peter was delivered from this spirit on Pentecost and went on to preach a great sermon, healing a crippled man, and standing boldly before the council, even when threatened with jail and worse. [... more]

The pastor reflects on the church's 82nd Homecoming Day, reminiscing about past experiences and memories. He emphasizes the importance of the Holy Ghost and the promise of the Father, encouraging the congregation to seek the power of the Spirit to fulfill their calling and to dream dreams over the next generation. He also shares personal anecdotes about mentors who have influenced his life and the importance of passing on the faith to younger generations. [... more]

Paul continues his third missionary journey, leaving Ephesus and traveling to Macedonia, Greece, and Corinth, where he establishes churches and gathers an offering for Jerusalem. He writes the book of Romans during his stay in Corinth and eventually sets sail for Syria, but learns of a plot against him and decides to return through Macedonia. Along the way, he meets up with Luke and other companions, including Aristarchus and Segundus, who join him on his journey. Paul's team takes a boat to Troas, where they spend several days, and he has a remarkable experience with a young man named Eutychus, who falls out of a third-story window but is miraculously revived. Paul then takes a land shortcut to Assos and meets up with his team, who have sailed around the point to pick him up. They continue their journey to Mytilene, Chios, Samos, and Miletus, where Paul lingers for a while before eventually setting sail for Jerusalem to celebrate Pentecost. [... more]

The Passover foreshadows the redemption of God's people through Jesus Christ, while the Feast of Weeks, also known as Pentecost, celebrates the first fruits of the harvest and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. These ancient feasts, established by God, point to the greater reality of salvation and our personal relationship with Him. [... more]

Pentecost is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, including Joel's warning of judgment and the promise of God's Spirit being poured out upon His people. It marks the beginning of a new era in the history of God's people, where the gospel is preached to all nations, and the Holy Spirit is given to believers. The event demonstrates God's power to communicate with His creatures, reversing the judgment of the Tower of Babel and enabling the apostles to preach the gospel in languages they had never studied. Pentecost is also a confirmation of the reliability of Scripture, a fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecy of divine judgment upon those who rejected God, and the first Christian revival, which continues to this day. [... more]

The day of Pentecost marked the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy, where the Holy Spirit was poured out on God's people, initiating a new era in the history of God's people, and affirming the apostles as God's spokesmen, with the power to preach the gospel in languages they had never studied, and to write the New Testament with authority. [... more]

Peter preaches the first Christian sermon on the day of Pentecost, affirming God's approval of Jesus Christ through miracles, resurrection, Old Testament prophecies, and the Holy Spirit's descent. He presents five key arguments to demonstrate God's approval, and the crowd is cut to the heart, leading to 3,000 people believing, repenting, and receiving the Holy Spirit. [... more]

The day of Pentecost is a significant event in the Old Testament, marking the beginning of the wheat harvest and the celebration of God's provision and faithfulness. The feast of weeks, also known as the feast of harvest, was a time for the Israelites to acknowledge God as their source of provision and to offer sacrifices and worship in gratitude. This event foreshadowed the coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost, which brought about a greater harvest of souls and a deeper understanding of God's faithfulness and provision. [... more]