Scripture: Acts 10:44
While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word.
Thought for the Day: In his book, Power Surge: Six Marks of Discipleship for a Changing Church, Michael Foss writes, “The power of God is not released downward through the church hierarchy. Rather, the power of God is released upward through the people of God when pastors mentor them in disciplines and practice of spiritual life.” Last night at the Leadership Class, the participants reflected on whether or not this was happening at Cypress Creek Christian Church. Though we are far from perfect, it was felt that the church does a pretty decent job of allowing God’s spirit to work through people without the authoritative powers of the institution telling them how the spirit will or will not manifest itself. The church is a community with a structure, but the structure is only there to help facilitate the work of the people as the spirit encourages and guides. Let us never assume that God’s spirit is limited to a top-down approach.
Prayer: As your spirit comes upon us, O Mighty God, may it empower each of us to be the people through which you will work. Amen.
Have you been pondering?
