There is so much preaching in fanciful and persuasive language but with little demonstration of the power of the Holy Spirit. Paul in 1 Cor 2:4 says that he came not preaching with persuasive words of human wisdom but in the demonstration of the power of the Holy Spirit. How little do we see and hear of the demonstration of the power of the Holy Spirit in preaching today. We hear a lot of eloquent preachers but see little of the power of the Holy Spirit to convict hearts of sin and the need for repentance. Could this be the reason for the lukewarm atmosphere in churches today? Have we given in to the spirit of the age to hear messages that tickle our ears but leave our hearts cold?
The gospel is the power of God to save souls. Where there is no power there is only an emotional response to a message. We need to operate in the power of God. His word is power. He created the universe through the word of His power. His word spoken by faith has power to transform. God's power is available to all who will call on Him to be saved. His salvation is full and free. Without His power our faith stands on shaky ground. Every wind of opinion can sway our faith. But if our faith is based on the power of God then nothing can shake it. We will feel, taste, smell and hear His power. His power transforms all our senses and we become whole in His presence.
God's power needs to be experienced and not just understood. His power is released to heal, deliver and raise the dead. How much of this power do we see displayed today? We must hunger and thirst for this demonstration of His power in our lives. This is what will show forth His glory on earth as it is in heaven. The world is waiting to see the revelation of the sons of God. Only a demonstration of His power will convict the world that God is real. Let us pursue the highest and operate in the power of God.
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