Enthused Fire Tongues (Acts 2:1-21). This inebriated world has no reference for the work of the Spirit except its drunkenness. God preaches that he is pouring out the Spirit to create a new people through whom he will do wonders and signs. Do you call on the power of the Lord for your life?

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Committed Or Unaffected Crowd (Acts 1:12-26). The committed gather to continue the apostolic ministry. The Spirit selects those who know Christ’s story, who know his cross, resurrection and exultation to be witnesses to Christ. Are you a committed witness of Christ? Or are you just part of a crowd?

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But You Will Be (Acts 1:1-12) Jesus gave the disciples power from the Spirit to make their lives go in a new direction. Rather than look backwards, chosen by Jesus and instructed by the Holy Spirit the disciples are sent to be resurrection witnesses. Are you baptized with the Spirit?

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Proof Christ Positive (2 Corinthians 13:1-14). We want grace, but not full redemption from sin. Rebuking sin is proof of speaking in the authority of the crucified Christ. Are you living in the power of Christ to overcome sin in your life?

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Unrepentant Selfish Debauchery (2 Corinthians 12:11-21). God’s true messengers don’t trick or exploit people, but expend themselves so others will come to faith in Christ. Unfortunately, so many Christians continue to disobey God insisting on living in selfishness and debauchery.

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A Fool’s Useless Bragging (2 Corinthians 12:1-10). Boasting about ecstatic vision is pointless. Instead Paul foolishly boasts about his weakness because there God’s strength is displayed. Are you looking for opportunities for God’s power to shine through your weakness?

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Humble Hardship Bragging (2 Corinthians 11:21b-33). Rather than pointing to strengths Paul boasts of his trials and travails endured for the sake of the gospel mission because he is committed to help others grow in faith. Are you willing to suffer hardships to know the same power of faith as Paul?

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Unmasking Sarcasm (2 Corinthians 11:1-21a). Those who preach a different Christ, Spirit or gospel are not leading people to light, but exploiting and enslaving them. Are you too wise to receive the crucified Christ? Are you determined to boast about your goodness with this sin soaked world?

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Training Wheel Gospel (2 Corinthians 10:1-18). In the spiritual fight with the gods of this world and wickedness, Christians are using weapons of the Spirit. Do you want the power of God, to live by the kingdom? Does Christ take your thoughts and values captive?

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Hollow Confessing Hearts (2 Corinthians 9:1-15). God has sowed the surpassing grace of the indescribable gift of Christ into your life. We are challenged to be cheerful givers so we may overflow with praise to God. When Christians treasure money over God they are reluctant givers. So, what is in your heart?

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