The Spirit on Pentecost

Summary

The sermon discusses the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, emphasizing its significance as a fulfillment of prophecy and a pivotal moment in the transition from the Old Covenant to the New Testament age. It highlights the empowerment of the apostles to boldly preach the gospel, the unifying work of the Spirit among Jews, Samaritans, and Gentiles, and the lasting presence of the Holy Spirit in the church. The sermon also explains the symbols of wind and fire at Pentecost as representations of the Spirit's power and purifying work, and underscores the Holy Spirit's role in credentialing the church and enabling true worship in spirit and truth.