The Beginning

Acts 2:1-4

When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.

The church was beginning! The wait was over! The Spirit would make His appearance not in a secret way but in a very noticeable way. It was Pentecost, the 2nd annual harvest festival, 50 days after the Passover. Many people were in Jerusalem from many different places all speaking their own languages. As the disciples were assembled in one place, there came a sound like a sudden rushing wind that filled the entire house. It was the heavenly entrance of the Spirit! Something like divided tongues of fire sat on the shoulders of all assembled. They were all filled with the Spirit and had the ability to converse with many in their own languages.

What was the response? Bewilderment and amazement, some even thought those speaking were drunk! It shows how strong the Satan can deceive. What person can get so drunk that he speaks in another language? None! I imagine Satan was fit to be tied. His plan was foiled again. 

They also spoke not only to Jews but to.proselytes, Cretans, and Arabians. The message was for all. The gospel would reach many ears on that day. Those there would take it to their home country. And so Christianity began! How glorious! 

Father,

Help me to be bold to share the gospel regardless of the response. Give me Your words.

In Jesus name,

Amen