Receive Him

About this episode

Dr. Mark Rutland explores the role of the Holy Spirit throughout the Bible and emphasizes its importance for all believers.

In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 300), I walk through the sweeping biblical story of the Holy Spirit, from Genesis to Pentecost and beyond. We look at the Spirit who brooded over creation, empowered prophets and kings, and was promised in Joel, revealed by Jesus, and poured out in Acts. This is not a new doctrine or a modern movement, but the living Spirit of God at work across all Scripture. From Joel 2, John 20, and Acts 2, we trace the Spirit’s person and power through the Word of God. I also challenge every believer to understand that life in the Spirit is not optional equipment for a few, but essential for the whole Church. The same Holy Spirit who filled the upper room still fills and empowers believers today. When He moves, our calling is simple: receive. Leaders especially must live and serve in the strength only the Spirit provides. – Dr. Mark Rutland

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Mark Rutland

Topics covered

• Holy Spirit
• Biblical story
• Spiritual empowerment
• Church leadership
• Faith
• Scripture

Keywords

• Holy Spirit
• Genesis
• Pentecost
• Joel
• Acts
• Church
• leadership
• spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Leader’s Notebook, Joel, Acts, John

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