Pentecost Sunday this year is on June 8. It is originally a Jewish harvest festival known as Shavuot which was celebrated 50 days after Passover. It commemorated the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai.
For Christians, Pentecost marks the giving of the Holy Spirit, the fulfillment of Joel’s prophecy, and the empowerment of the Church to carry out Christ’s mission (Joel 2:28-29; Acts 2:17).
Pentecost is not just a historical event. It is a living reality. The same Holy Spirit who came at Pentecost now empowers us to live, witness, and walk in the fullness of God’s purpose.
First, receive the power of the Holy Spirit.
The first act of Pentecost was not preaching, healing, or traveling. It was receiving.
Before we can serve or witness, we must be filled with the Spirit. This power is not earned; it is a gift. The Spirit comes to those who wait in faith and obedience.
Spend time daily in prayer, opening your heart to the Holy Spirit. Ask for the filling of His power, not only to feel His presence but to live boldly for Christ.
God empowers those who empty themselves of pride and rely fully on His Spirit.
Second, speak with boldness and clarity.
People from many nations had gathered in Jerusalem for the feast. When the Spirit came, the disciples began to speak in different languages, and each person hearing the Gospel in their native tongue. This was a miracle of communication and unity.
The Holy Spirit does not only come to inspire emotion but more importantly, enables proclamation. The Spirit broke cultural and language barriers to make the Gospel known. Boldness is not shouting. It is clarity, courage, and conviction to speak the truth in love.
Be intentional in sharing your faith with people from different backgrounds. Ask the Spirit to give you the words that connect hearts to Christ.
Third, walk in the unity of the Spirit.
Some were amazed and drawn to the message, others mocked and doubted. Yet what followed was the formation of a united community of believers, breaking bread together, sharing resources, and continuing in the apostles’ teaching (Acts 2:42-47).
Pentecost is not just about signs and wonders. It is about forming a Spirit-filled community.
Unity is one of the strongest evidences of the Spirit’s work. Despite diversity, backgrounds, and opinions, the early Church was united in mission and love.
Let us remember that the Holy Spirit unites the Church for God’s mission. | NWI
