17/05/2025
Kingdom Delight Daily Devotional
Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Topic: Preaching through Signs, Wonders and the Power of the Holy Spirit
Scripture:
“And Peter said unto him, Aeneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole: arise, and make thy bed. And he arose immediately.”
“And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord.”
— Acts 9:34-35 (KJV)
Reflection:
The power of the Holy Spirit is unmatched. In a world where human efforts and strategies often dominate the church’s mission, we must remember that it is the Spirit that convicts, heals, and draws people to Christ. The work of God is not limited to what we can do in our own strength. It is through the supernatural intervention of the Holy Spirit that lives are transformed.
In Acts 9, we see the Apostle Peter healing Aeneas through the power of Christ. With a simple command—“Arise, and make thy bed”—Aeneas is miraculously healed, and the result is astounding: an entire region of people turns to the Lord. This isn’t just a healing; it’s a divine sign that draws people to Jesus. The power of God through healing, miracles, and signs speaks volumes to those who have not yet come to faith.
In a society that often relies on programs, events, and performances to attract people to Christ, we must ask ourselves: Are we preaching with the power of the Holy Spirit, or are we relying on our own efforts? The story of Aeneas shows us that when the Holy Spirit is at work, He goes beyond human strategies such that people are drawn to Jesus through the undeniable evidence of His power.
Illustration:
In a bustling city like Lagos, a young pastor named Daniel was eager to see the gospel spread. He organized multiple evangelistic events, reaching out to the community, making sure everything from the music to the message was perfect. While his efforts were well-intentioned, something was missing. One evening, after months of planning, he felt God’s gentle nudge to step back and pray, asking for the Holy Spirit’s guidance.
The next week, he led a small prayer meeting with no hype, no heavy planning—just prayer and openness to the Spirit. During that meeting, a woman with chronic back pain, who had attended the meeting out of curiosity, was instantly healed. She stood up, shocked, and testified that the pain had vanished. This healing caught the attention of the neighborhood, and within weeks, many who had only heard about God now wanted to know the Savior personally.
It wasn’t Daniel’s effort or his strategies that changed hearts. Rather, it was the manifest power of the Holy Spirit. When God moves in power, hearts are undeniably transformed.
Conclusion:
God’s Kingdom operates not by human strength, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. Just as Peter’s words brought healing to Aeneas, the Holy Spirit still works today in signs and wonders to glorify God and draw people to Christ. We must not forget that while planning and preparation are important, it is the Spirit who convicts, heals, and saves. The Church must return to dependence on the Holy Spirit for the miracles and testimonies that demonstrate the reality of the Kingdom of God.
Prayer:
Lord, we thank You for the power of Your Holy Spirit, which works in and through us. Help us to rely on You fully—not just on our efforts, strategies, or good intentions. Let Your Spirit be at the center of all we do, that signs, wonders, and healings may draw others to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Action Steps:
1. Pause: Before engaging in ministry or outreach, ask: “Holy Spirit, what do You want to do today?”
2. Pray: Seek the Holy Spirit’s empowerment. Without His power, our efforts are empty.
3. Prepare: Study the Word of God to better understand His will and ways. Know that healing and miracles are part of His divine plan.
4. Proceed: Go forward, trusting that the Holy Spirit will work in ways beyond what we can imagine.
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