I. From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Acts 2:14; Acts 4:13 (ESV)
- The Holy Ghost transformed ordinary people—fishermen, tax collectors, doubters—into bold, powerful vessels of God.
- Peter, once fearful, now preached with fire. These were not trained scholars—they were people who had been with Jesus.
Reflection: When God fills you, He doesn’t check your résumé. He checks your availability.
II. Five Kinds of Power Released at Pentecost
1. Power to Be Bold Witnesses
Acts 1:8; John 20:19
- Before Pentecost: fear and hiding.
- After Pentecost: boldness in the streets.
The Holy Ghost emboldens you to speak truth without fear.
2. Power to Speak with Divine Authority
Acts 2:4,6
- Speaking in tongues wasn’t just noise—it was understood in every language present.
A supernatural gift for communicating the Gospel clearly and powerfully.
3. Power to Transform Lives
Acts 2:37-38
- Peter’s message pricked hearts—3,000 repented and were baptized.
Real Holy Ghost power leads to transformation, not just celebration.
4. Power to Unite Believers
Acts 2:1; Acts 2:44 (ESV)
- Pentecost created spiritual unity—“one accord in one place.”
True revival starts with oneness of heart, mind, and purpose.
5. Power to Operate in Signs and Wonders
Acts 2:43
- The early church didn’t just talk the Kingdom—they demonstrated it.
Healings, deliverance, and miracles followed Spirit-filled believers.
Reflection Questions:
- What are you doing with the power you’ve received?
- Are you hiding it or walking in it?
- Is your Pentecost power only seen in services, or is it changing lives around you?
The Holy Ghost didn’t come to make you dance—He came to make you witness.
Conclusion: From Fisherman to Fireman
Peter wasn’t just reformed—he was ignited. Pentecost turned him from a fisherman into a “fireman,” not the kind who puts out flames, but the kind who starts them. He preached the Gospel with boldness, became a key leader in the early church, and operated in the full force of the Holy Spirit.
Final Thought:
You didn’t just receive a moment—you received movement. The same fire that fell at Pentecost still burns today. You have power—use it. Don’t just carry it, release it.
