Today we’re celebrating Pentecost - the day the Holy Spirit came and changed everything. It’s one of those church holidays that’s easy to overlook, but it’s actually one of the most important. Pentecost isn’t just a story about fire and wind from a long time ago; it’s about what God is still doing today. It’s about how His Spirit takes ordinary people and fills them with extraordinary purpose. So as we worship this morning, think about this: what does Pentecost mean for you, right now, in your life, your home, and your neighborhood?

Acts 2:1-41

2 When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. 3 And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.

5 Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men from every nation under heaven. 6 And at this sound the multitude came together, and they were bewildered, because each one was hearing them speak in his own language. 7 And they were amazed and astonished, saying, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 And how is it that we hear, each of us in his own native language? 9 Parthians and Medes and Elamites and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, 11 both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabians - we hear them telling in our own tongues the mighty works of God.” 12 And all were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “What does this mean?” 13 But others mocking said, “They are filled with new wine.”

For Adult Homes and Groups

Icebreaker: When have you seen someone get so truly excited about something that it spreads to everyone around them? What made it contagious?

Law: The disciples waited and prayed, but many of us struggle to do that. We try to live out our faith through our own strength and end up burned out or distracted. Where do you see yourself relying more on your own effort than the Spirit’s power?

Gospel: At Pentecost, God didn’t give a few people special gifts - He gave His Spirit to all believers. That same Spirit is still working in you today, giving you words, courage, and compassion to point people to Jesus. How has God used you to bring His love to someone else?

Application: Think of one person who ‘speaks the same language’ as you, someone you naturally connect with, understand, or share life with. How can you show them Jesus’ love this week?

For Families with Kids

1. Read Matthew 22:37. Can you think of a time when you received a gift so amazing you had to share the excitement with someone?

2. Can you think of a time when you had to wait for something you were looking forward to?

3. We have been given the best gift ever, and we don’t have to wait to open it! Jesus has given us His Spirit, the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit guides us and gives us power to live the extraordinary life found in Jesus.

4. As a family, say a prayer of thanks for the Holy Spirit’s incredible work in your lives. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you seek the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.