The celebration of Pentecost has arrived. We have journeyed from Christ's descent to be with and like us at Christmas, to His sacred plan to restore us to God’s favor at Easter, and now our invitation to ascend with and be like Christ. What an amazing day! How is it that we don’t take it more seriously?

The church at Philidelphia is truly blessed. In his letter to them Jesus essentially compares and contrasts them with Sardis - big, rich, pretentious verses small, poor, and humble. Jesus says they will hold fast and be a pillar in heaven. 

Psalm 10 music is from the following YouTube

Knowing God with Heart and Mind Facebook group

How much do you know about the Holy Spirit? Is the Spirit a person or a thing? Does the Spirit still do things in the world today? Why do you think Jesus had to leave for a while? What do you think about churches where the Spirit is celebrated and accepted with exuberance and uncommon behavior? What about the “frozen chosen” or churches who love the Lord, but remain placid with regard to the Spirit? Let’s get ready for Pentecost Sunday with a short series of messages on the Holy Spirit.

Jesus's letter to the church at Sardis is a sobering reminder to all modern American churches. It is far too easy to get comfortable with "church" and totally miss the coming of our Lord. 

Psalm 9 music is from the following YouTube

Knowing God with Heart and Mind Facebook group

How much do you know about the Holy Spirit? Is the Spirit a person or a thing? Does the Spirit still do things in the world today? Why do you think Jesus had to leave for a while? What do you think about churches where the Spirit is celebrated and accepted with exuberance and uncommon behavior? What about the “frozen chosen” or churches who love the Lord, but remain placid with regard to the Spirit? Let’s get ready for Pentecost Sunday with a short series of messages on the Holy Spirit.