For ten days, a hundred and twenty believers waited in Jerusalem, trusting a promise they had yet to see unfold. And when the appointed time arrived on the day of Pentecost, heaven responded.To get connected, visit, give, or serve HERE: https://linktr.ee/gracehopefellowship

Scripture References:

* Acts 1, verses 4-5 - Jesus commands the disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the Spirit

* Acts 2, verses 1-11 - The Holy Spirit descends on Pentecost with wind, fire, and tongues

* Matthew 5, verse 17 - Christ fulfills the Law and the Prophets

* John 3, verse 8 & Exodus 14, verse 21 - God uses the wind to demonstrate His Spirit and power

* Exodus 3, verses 2-4 & 1 Kings 18, verse 38 - God reveals His presence through fire

* Acts 2, verses 12-13 - The crowd reacts with both awe and mockery

* 1 Corinthians 12, verses 1-11 - The Holy Spirit distributes spiritual gifts to the church

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As the hundred and twenty gathered in the upper room, they faced hard realities: leadership betrayal, open gaps in ministry, and the tension of waiting on God's timing.

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Scripture References:

* Acts 1, verses 15-20 - Peter addresses the believers regarding Judas’s vacancy

* Luke 22, verses 3-6 & Matthew 27, verses 3-8 - The betrayal, remorse, and death of Judas

* Luke 6, verses 12-16 - Jesus chooses the twelve apostles after a night of prayer

* Acts 1, verses 21-26 - The casting of lots to select Matthias as an apostle

* Acts 2, verse 1 - The arrival of Pentecost fifty days after Passover

* Joel 2, verses 28-29 - The prophecy of the Holy Spirit poured out on all humanity

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Though the disciples were energized by the resurrection and eager to know when Israel’s kingdom would be restored, Jesus commanded them to wait for the Holy Spirit. Spiritual empowerment must precede effective witness.

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Scripture References:

* Acts 1, verses 1-2 & Luke 1, verses 1-4 - Luke documents the orderly account for Theophilus

* 1 Corinthians 15, verses 3-8 - The resurrected Christ appears to Cephas, the twelve, and over five hundred

* Acts 1, verses 4-8 - Jesus commands them to wait in Jerusalem for the power of the Holy Spirit

* Luke 24, verses 50-53 & Acts 1, verses 9-11 - Jesus ascends into heaven while the disciples worship Him

* Acts 1, verses 12-14 - The disciples, Mary, and the believers unite continually in prayer

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The enemy wants to isolate you in the cave of your emotions, whispering the lie that you’re done and have nothing left to give. But God isn’t asking you to put on a brave face, pretend it’s all sunshine, or wait until you have it all figured out before you talk to Him. Bring every bit of that frustration, loss, and fatigue directly to the LORD, because you can’t be done when God ain’t done with you yet. Open the door, run toward the promise, and let Him take you from glory to glory.Scripture References:

Haggai 2, verse 9 - The final glory of this house will be greater

1 Kings 19, verses 9-19 - God meets Elijah in the cave and gives him Elisha

Ruth 1, verses 14-18 - Ruth refuses to leave Naomi alone in her loss

Matthew 27, verse 32 - Simon of Cyrene helps carry the cross

Joel 2, verses 25-28 - God restores the harvest the swarming locust ate

Genesis 18, verses 10-15 & Genesis 21, verses 1-3 - Sarah gives birth to Isaac at ninety

Luke 24, verses 1-6 - Christ fulfills His promise and leaves the tomb empty

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In this message, Pastor Miguel Lebron talks about how we can overcome the negativity of others and how we should focus on our goals to ignore negative words and actions. A story is told of two frogs who fell into a well, and although the crowd of frogs told them that they would not make it, one of them decided to keep jumping until she finally made it out of the well. It states that we must take a page from the frog in history and turn a deaf ear to detractors' words. Love is also compared to truth, and 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 is quoted to describe the characteristics of love.

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In "Decisiveness and Commitment," we learn that we often want radical change instead of committing our ways to the Lord. 

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It's a sad reality that many believers leave the Lord in their moment of suffering when He has promised salvation in suffering.

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The fantastic saving grace of God is extended to everyone who believes in His one and only begotten Son, no exceptions. 

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In the middle of a life's storm, it would make sense to call on someone who can rescue you. And in the middle of your darkest hour, it would make sense to accept the forgiveness that only God can offer. 

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When life has left you feeling powerless, remember there's a God who has control (even) in the chaos. 

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