During the religious oppression in China in the 1950’s, a small child named Mei was in prison with her Christian Mother. She had a remarkable faith and believed that the spirit comes to all Christians much as the Bible says: “Peter and John placed their hands on (the Believers), and they received the Holy Spirit”. Found in Acts: 8 – 17, and so she requested and received the Holy Spirit in this way. Meanwhile, unsuspecting Chinese guards let Mei run freely throughout the prison.
When Christians outside the prison found a way to smuggle Communion to prisoners, it was Mei who gave it to them – even those in solitary confinement. She said, “I’m not afraid; the Spirit is within me.”
How do we experience the Spirit’s presence in our everyday life?
“The Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility and self control.”
Galatians 5: 22 – 23
Christians are noticeable because of Christ living in them. A Christian always obeys God, always helps others, always loves, and always tries to be happy.
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not grow faint.”
Isaiah 40: 31
This verse rings so true in my life. Thankfulness to God is a minute by minute way of life to me. I constantly lean on Him. My feet know it as surely as my head and heart. Do you feel how much you are indebted to the Saviour?
“I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”
Philippians 4: 13 (NIV)
Prayer Points:
· The Barkers Ash and Anji as they try and get a healthy balance between family and ministry life & Amy Aiden & Film
· UNOH the work of this ministry in Australia New Zealand & Thailand
· Pray for the following Churches within our movement
Bongeen - Boonah - Boondall - Bribie Island - Brisbane North
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