Thoughts for the Quiet Hour - June 17
The sermon emphasizes the importance of waiting for and obeying the promise of the Father, which leads to divine filling and a permanent acquisition of God's power.
D.L. Moody emphasizes the importance of waiting for the promise of the Holy Spirit as demonstrated in Acts, highlighting the unity and obedience of the disciples during Pentecost. He notes that when they were all together in one accord, they received the Holy Ghost, which signifies the power of divine prompting in their lives. Moody also references F. B. Meyer's insight that obedience to such promptings can lead to lasting spiritual transformation.
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Wait for the promise of the Father. --Acts 1:4
When the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place...and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost. --Acts 2:1, 4
Obedience to a divine prompting transforms it into a permanent acquisition. --F. B. Meyer.
Sermon Outline
- Waiting for the Promise of the Father
- The Power of Divine Filling
- Making the Promise Permanent
- Obedience to Divine Prompting
- The Result of Filling
Key Quotes
“Obedience to a divine prompting transforms it into a permanent acquisition.” — D.L. Moody
Application Points
- Seek obedience to divine promptings to experience the power of the Holy Ghost in your life.
- Make the promise of the Father a permanent acquisition by following God's guidance.
- Understand the significance of the Day of Pentecost and its relevance to your spiritual journey.