All Things New: 21 Day DevotionalPrøve

Fresh Infilling of His Spirit 

The verb ‘be filled’ here in the original Greek is in the continuous tense, implying that we need to be continuously filled with the Spirit of God.

At one time, Jesus likened the Holy Spirit to living water when He said, ““Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.’” (When he said “living water,” he was speaking of the Spirit, who would be given to everyone believing in him.)” (John 7:37b-39a)

Though this empowerment is first received during the baptism of the Holy Spirit, there can be many subsequent infilling. All we need to do is wait on Him.

The New Testament disciples understood this. In Acts 4, some of the disciples, including Peter and John, were commanded not to witness in Jesus’ name anymore or risk punishment. Their response was to come together to pray for boldness to continue to witness for Jesus. And the result was that they were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the word with boldness.

We are not to be daunted by obstacles or cease being witnesses for Jesus when threatened. Rather, let us continue to seek the infilling and empowerment of the Holy Spirit so that we can continue to be a powerful witness for Him.

When we are consistently filled with the Spirit, we overflow with His power and wisdom.  Just as Stephen was full of the Spirit, his opponents were unable to cope with the “wisdom and the Spirit with which Stephen was speaking.” (Acts 6:10)

Let us continuously have the infilling of His Spirit in our lives. The rivers that flow from our innermost beings will quench the thirst of a lost and needy world around us.

Reflection

What steps can you take to seek the fresh infilling of the Spirit on a regular basis?

What are some obstacles that are stopping you from becoming a bold and consistent witness for Jesus in your life? How can you overcome these obstacles?

Prayer

God, thank You that You desire to fill us with Your Holy Spirit daily. Fill me afresh with Your Spirit, Your wisdom, and empowerment. I cry out for a fresh outpouring of Your Spirit, that I may continue to be a powerful witness for You.