The Spirit is Given for the Common Good

 Judges 1-3; 1 Corinthians 12 

The outpouring and empowerment of the Holy Spirit, which was first experienced at Pentecost in Jerusalem and has continued since then around the world until now, is given for the common good, not just our personal edification. The empowerment of the Holy Spirit is first expressed in love for those who are powerless to love. The fruit of the Spirit and the gifts of the Spirit are both essential for effective discipleship into maturity, mission impact, and our collective witness as a community of faith. The Holy Spirit should empower and move us into greater love, synergy, and equipping effectiveness as the Body of Christ.

Does that describe our experience of the Holy Spirit?

“Lord Jesus, renew my dependence on the Holy Spirit for mission impact and for your glory.”