I wish that the Lord would give his spirit to all his people...
ACTS 1:8 (CEB)
You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you...
THE ESSENCE
The presence of the Holy Spirit is central to powerful ministry.
DAILY FODDER
How do you know if the Holy Spirit has taken up residence in your life?
PRAYER
Thank you, Lord, for the gift of your Holy Spirit. I admit that I sometimes run ahead and do things on my own. Please help me to wait and to listen for your clear guidance. Then I can accomplish your plans and purposes for me in the timing and power of your Spirit. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
