In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.
Acts 1:1-3 (NIV)
What is written in the Bible about Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection is the foundation of our faith and message. Jesus showed Himself to many witnesses after His resurrection, proving that He is alive, victorious over death, and Lord of the kingdom of God. This kingdom must be proclaimed in the power of the same Holy Spirit who empowered Jesus and now indwells every believer.
So often we shrink back from fulfilling our calling to share the good news of salvation. Fear, insecurity, or feelings of inadequacy may silence us. Yet Jesus, even in His glorified body after the resurrection, relied not on His own strength but on the power of the Holy Spirit. He instructed His disciples through the Spirit and commissioned them to proclaim the kingdom.
If Jesus Himself depended on the Spirit, how much more should we? The same Spirit lives in us, guiding, empowering, and reminding us of all that Jesus taught. Our task is not to rely on ourselves but to surrender to Him, dig deep into the truth of His Word, and obey His instructions. As we do, we become bold witnesses of the risen Christ, carrying His message to a world in need.
If Jesus Himself depended on the Spirit, how much more should we?
What fears hold you back from sharing the gospel? Spend time in God’s Word and in His presence, letting His truth reshape your heart. Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you afresh and to empower you in your weakness. Pray: “Holy Spirit, help me, guide me, and flow through me as I share the kingdom of God. I rely on Your power and believe I can obey because You are with me.”
Holy Spirit, You know my heart and my desire to follow and obey You. Strengthen my faith to believe I can do what the Word calls me to do, not in my strength but in Yours. Remind me that Your power and authority are at work in me. Help me to trust that You are always with me, enabling me to fulfil the mission You’ve given me. Amen.
“Come Holy Spirit, fall afresh on me…”
— Come Holy Spirit, Steve Kuban