24/05/2026
REPORT FOR FOURTH SUNDAY OF THE MONTH OF MAY, HELD AT THE APOSTOLIC CHURCH, ODUKPANI ASSEMBLY.
DATE: 24th May, 2026.
SERMON HOUR
SPEAKER: ELDER I. I INYANG
INTERPRETER: DEACON ANIETIE LAWRENCE
TEXTS: ACTS 1:8-9
THEME:
RECEIVING THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.
NOTE: Receiving the power of the Holy spirit means allowing God's spirit to live and work in a Christian's life so that the person can live according to God's will and serve him effectively.
The power of the Holy spirit is the divine strength and ability given by God to believers to live a holy life, overcome are n and temptation, preach the gospel boldly show the fruit of the Spirit such as love , peace , kindness and patience.
Check out this key words
1. Receive: this so the act of getting what you lacked.
2. Power: this is the right to do, perform or act .
3. The Holy Spirit: Jesus commanded in the book of Matthew 28:18-20, that the act of baptism should be conducted in the name of the Father , the Son and the Holy Spirit.
IMPORTANCE OF RECEIVING THE HOLY SPIRIT
1. Give spiritual powers and strength.
2. Help believers understand God's words.
3. Guide Christians into work
4. Provide Godly character.
5. Gives courage during trials and persecution.
6. Help believers fulfill God's power.
SIGNS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
1. Boldness in preaching and witnessing.
2. Manifestation of Spiritual gifts
3. Victory over sinful habits.
4. Spiritual growth.
5. Love for God and others.
6. Desire to pray and study God's word.
CONCLUSION
Receiving the power of the Holy Spirit is essential in life of every Christians. The Holy Spirit gives believers strength, wisdom, guardians and boldness to live for Christ and preach the gospel. Christians should continually pray, obey God's word and grow in faith so they can experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives.
