“For our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance”
1 Thessalonians 1:5
The gospel comes to you in words, in power, and in the Holy Spirit.
The beginning is the words of the gospel. Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. You hear the gospel and accept Jesus by faith. The power of God convicts you of sin and demonstrates the greatness and glory of God.
This begins the action of becoming a new creature in Christ Jesus. You become baptized into the death and resurrection of Christ Jesus. As a believer, you are born again into the life of Christ and all things become new.
God confirms His Word through the Holy Spirit. Christ becomes alive in you through the indwelling Spirit.
The Holy Spirit authenticates the truths of God and shares the life of Jesus with you.
The assurance of the gospel is to live with Christ forever and to participate in the treasures of God. In this journey you will be tested by God, suffer at times, and experience the abundant life of your Savior. You will see the transfigured Christ and fall to your knees in awe of His grandeur and glory.
The gift of salvation is to be able to have a personal and vibrant relationship with Christ Jesus every day of your life. You can have conversations with the Living God and enter into an intimate and caring friendship with your Maker. Jesus becomes your best friend and confidant.
It is amazing that almighty God who created the heavens and earth wants to share His strength, wisdom, and joy with you along with all of the fruit of the Spirit.
The reality of Christ is you live with Him through the resurrected power of the Cross. There is no one like Him!
Hal Hollister Ministry 