-
1.5 Azusa Street & ACOP Legacy
-
Jesus says He is The Truth, Way and Life. Our entry point is Jesus. Through relationship with Jesus the Fullness is thus revealed. We don't fully grasp all the reasons why but we must follow the methodology that was modelled for us. I have found that as I follow the examples of Christ and the apostles, there is greater fruit in my life and ministry.
-
When it comes to revival or any other time in which the Holy Spirit moves in miraculous ways it is so easy to focus on that and the feelings it can ellicit, rather than leading us closer to Christ. These quotes remind us that we must remember that all of these things ought to point us to greater knowledge of Christ. Messages in tongues must be interpreted so God’s message is known, supernatural healing must lead to greater praise of God, etc. God is so good to give us these great experiences, but we also must not make them our only focus, rather than focusing on the knowledge of Christ
-
Seeking out Jesus is what the Holy spirit has come to help us do. Holy Spirit baptism and the gifts of the Spirit all reflect the authority, love and sacrifice of Jesus for us. God wants to have a relationship with us, and the Holy Spirit indwelling is a sign of his love and longing for us. Holy Spirit points us to the sacrificial lamb that was given for us to be with God for eternity. If the Holy Spirit ever strays away from Jesus and his love, it’s not the Holy Spirit we are listening to. as Jesus says in John:
“when the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father- the Spirit of truth who goes out from the father-he will testify about me.” John 15:26
-
These quotes are almost saying the same thing. Like Wes said, “The Holy Spirit reveals Jesus in a deeper way.” Holy Spirit does not take away from Jesus but instead adds pieces to the puzzle. Bartleman discusses the danger of taking Jesus away from the center of it all. That is how revivals fall apart and leave wounds in peoples hearts. Jesus needs to be the focal point.
Log in to reply.