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EXPERIENCING THE SPIRIT

                                     ADEQUATELY GIFTED 

It's easy to size up your talents, or lack thereof, and excuse yourself from serving God. But you cannot be filled with the Spirit and ever have an excuse for disobedience. The Spirit is always able to complete what the Lord requires. If you say, “I'm not an effective witness,” what are you saying? Is not the Holy Spirit able to “convict the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment” (John 16:8)? Though you've been reluctant to witness, are you willing to believe that the gift of the Spirit is able to effectively witness through your life? That's what He did with an ordinary man named Peter. On the Day of Pentecost, a fisherman preached, and three thousand souls were added to the kingdom that day How did it happen? Peter was filled with the Spirit. 

Never consider your past ability a gauge for future obedience. The most significant factor determining whether God can use your life is your relationship with Him. It's not what you can do for Him, but what you can do with Him. Challenging circumstances in life will create the opportunity that reveals your relationship with God. So keep your eyes on Christ, and He'll send the Holy Spirit to equip you for anything you encounter. Don't let the opinions of people shake you. Keep listening to the Lord, for He knows you best. And His words about your life are based upon what He's going to do in you.