Title: The Anointing of the Holy Spirit

What is Pentecost?

Read Acts 2:1-2

Commentary:

Old Testament - Pentecost was a feast celebrated by the Jewish community to commemorate the day that God called his people to himself, the birth of the nation of Israel.

New Testament - The birthday of the Church, after the resurrection and ascension of Christ, the day that the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early believers.

• What does it mean to be born again?
• What relationships come with being born into the family of faith?

The Anointing Oil

Read Psalm 92:10, Genesis 28:18

Commentary: Historically oil has been used to mark someone who has been set apart, like a priest or a king. God wants you to be a carrier of his anointing, set apart for his purposes.

• Why does Scripture make specific reference to having 'fresh' oil?
• How do we keep our oil fresh over time?

You Need the Anointing

Read Acts 10:38, 1 John 2:27, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22

Commentary:

Inner Anointing - Christ lives in us by his Spirit, empowering us to live out our faith and experience transformation from the inside out

Outer Anointing - The Spirit comes upon us to empower and embolden us to do the work we're called to

• How can we grow in the anointing?
• Is it possible to experience or gain more of the Holy Spirit?

Grow In the Anointing

Read Philippians 2:5, Acts 4:13

Commentary: We can't get more of the Holy Spirit in us, but we can give more of ourselves to him through prayer, studying the Bible, and changing the way we think. He has already filled us, but we can become more aware of His presence in every area of our lives.

• What is the balance between the inner and outer anointings? How do we maintain this balance over time?

UPCOMING EVENTS & REMINDERS:

REPORT:

Please continue to report your in-person and virtual group meetings!

By using the same email address at which you would normally receive report reminders, you may update your group information and report your weekly meetings.

If you need help with reporting, then please contact your district pastor.

Have an amazing and Spirit-filled group!