1) The Strength to Stand This wasn’t just a historical Pentecost event—it was the birth of the church and the blueprint for our boldness. 2. The Spirit to Speak Jesus didn’t promise power to shout—He promised power to speak with boldness and clarity. 3. The Seed to Succeed Witnessing isn’t just about what you say—it’s about where you sow. Jesus a) Power to Complete the Task 1 Cor. 2:4-5; 2 Tim 3:5; b) Holy Spirit as the NORMAL

1. Fire Produces Supernatural Unity Before Pentecost, the disciples were gathered in fear. 2. You Must Be Transformed Acts 1:4,5 . (2 Corinthians 5:17;nkjv) 3. Visible Validation – “Tongues of Fire” The “tongues of fire” dramatized the moment of the Holy Spirit coming upon the disciples. a) The Holy Spirit Presence As His Children We cannot afford to ignore His immediate presence Matthew 3:11 b) Old Testament Connection Leviticus 9:24; 2 Chron. 7:1 c) “Temple of the Holy Spirit” 1 Cor. 6:19 d) Don’t Let the Fire Go Out The transformation that began at Pentecost continues today. Leviticus 6:12; 1 Thes. 5:19; Acts 7:51

1. Steadfastly Adhere to the Truth – Apostles’ Doctrine. "And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine..." (Acts 2:42, NKJV) II Timothy 3:16; II Timothy 4:3 2. Steadfastly Share in the Work – Fellowship "...and fellowship..." (Acts 2:42, NKJV) The early church thrived because they practiced genuine koinonia—deep, authentic fellowship. 2 Corinthians 8:4; Ephesians 4:11-13 3. Steadfastly Remember the Cross – Breaking of Bread. "...in the breaking of bread..." (Acts 2:42, NKJV) I Corinthians 2:2 4. Steadfastly Pray – Appealing to Heaven "...and in prayers." (Acts 2:42, NKJV) Prayer was not a program; it was their power source Jesus said “...for without me ye can do nothing." (John 15:5)