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Pentecost is often remembered for Peter’s bold preaching and the crowd of thousands responding in faith. But the true power of that day began in an upper room—when the Holy Spirit fell, not on a few, but on each of the 120 people who were gathered.

This wasn’t a room full of apostles alone. It was men and women, young and old, the known and the nameless. They weren’t strategising; they were simply waiting. But when the Holy Spirit came, everything changed. It wasn’t their passion or planning that birthed the Church—it was the power of the Spirit poured out on each person individually.

Pentecost was a commissioning. Every single one of the 120 was empowered to play a unique part in the mission of Jesus. Some would teach. Some would serve. Some would give. Others would go. But all were filled. All were equipped. And all were essential.

This is the heart of the Church: not a few doing everything, but everyone doing something. The Spirit doesn’t only empower preachers or leaders. He empowers people—ordinary, available people—like you.

Whatever your gift, however hidden your role may feel, the Spirit has empowered you for it. You have a part to play in the Church that Jesus is building.

So don’t wait to be noticed. You’ve already been filled. You’ve already been called. You’ve already been equipped. Now step out—and play your part.