"Examples of the Holy Spirit's work appear often in accounts of the early church. Unfortunately, today many of us have gotten used to doing without the powerful presence of the Holy Spirit working in our lives and churches. Consider these honest questions:
How many Christians suffer from a spiritual life that is dry and mechanical?
How many serve Jesus, whom they know about from the Bible, but who is not a living reality in their experience?
And do we ever wonder why Holy Spirit interventions are so rare among our congregations?
Could it be that we're missing out on some wonderful blessings planned for our lives and churches because we're not properly acquainted with the person and work of God the Holy Spirit?"
