Pentecost

Being open to the Spirit

By Pastor Josh Brecht, May 22, 2026
Pentecost Readings & Sermon Notes

Pentecost Readings

Acts 2:1–21
1 Corinthians 12:3b–13
John 20:19–23

Three Questions

  1. Why? Why does Jesus send the Holy Spirit? (Purpose)
  2. What? What are the gifts and activities of the Holy Spirit?
  3. Who? Who does God send the Holy Spirit to?

WHY?

  1. Sent to carry on the ministry of Jesus
  2. Offer forgiveness of sins
  3. For the common good

WHAT?

1 Corinthians 12
Romans 12
Ephesians 4

WHO?

Everyone

Five Practices the Bible Shows Us to Be Ready for the Spirit

  1. Be Open
  2. Be Attentive
  3. Be Prayerful
  4. Be Patient
  5. Be Mobile

Challenge Question

What is one of these practices God wants you to work on this month?