September 22, 2020: SOAP #3946:  Daniel 9-10; Psalm 123; Luke 5   

Scripture:  Luke (NIV) 5:17 One day as he was teaching, Pharisees and teachers of the law, who had come from every village of Galilee and from Judea and Jerusalem, were sitting there. And the power of the Lord was present for him to heal the sick.

Observation:  Although the Holy Spirit is not specifically mentioned here, it seems clear to me that the “power” is not His own power for that would have always been with Him. To me, this is referring to the Holy Spirit that came on Him when baptized by John, and of which He spoke in the synagogue in Luke 4:18.

The gift of healing is definitely one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit (1Corinthians 12:9).  Jesus’ ministry was marked by notable healings and miracles. 

The power to heal was noticeably present, so much so that it is recorded in the scriptures. 

Application:  It is a powerful moment when I become aware of the presence of the Holy Spirit. It is a moment filled with possibilities. It is a moment when I expect God to do what only God can do.  It is a moment when my human limitations give way to divine possibilities. It is a “nothing-is-impossible” moment when hope drives out despair. It is a moment for my faith to soar.  I am Holy Spirit activated! 

I must remember that Jesus was walking with/in the SAME Holy Spirit who brings salvation into reality in my life and anointed me for service when I was Spirit baptized.

Prayer:  Holy Spirit, dwell in me as you dwelt in Jesus.  Flow through me as you flowed through Jesus.  Anoint my life for the glory of God!  Amen

Pastor Leon
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