Our Scripture this morning is Acts 4:31 (NLT).
After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness.
Earthquakes as a sign of God’s presence occur several places in the Old Testament (Exodus 19:18, Psalm 114:1-7, Isaiah 6:4). In the New Testament it is still a sign of His presence with us through the Holy Spirit, as recorded in today’s passage. However, more than just a signal, the Holy Spirit guides and empowers us to go in Jesus’ name to share the Good News.
In Acts 16:25-34 we read of an earthquake loosing the chains of Paul and Silas and breaking down the jail where they were imprisoned. Instead of escaping, they minister to the jailer and his family. They had heard and obeyed Christ’s command to make disciples of all people.
Jesus promised us another Comforter in John 14 and in Acts 2 the Holy Spirit comes upon His followers. God has always been there for us, now He lives within us through His Spirit. It is up to us to accept the blessing and use the gifts He has given us.
Heavenly Father, we are grateful for Your presence with us always. May we be energetic workers for the Kingdom, bringing the Gospel to all Your children. Amen.
