PENTECOST SUNDAY
May 28, 2023
MONTHLY DEVOTIONAL FOR 28TH MAY
May 28, 2023
28 May, 2023
And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spoke the word of God with boldness. Acts 4:31
O God our Creator, Protector, Eternal Ruler and Maker of all things, because of your unparalleled love of humanity, Jesus was anointed to be a Saviour, that he should be a sacrificial Lamb, to make atonement for the sin of all mankind, for all time. But sin and evil continue to be the greatest weakness of man, and your works of Mercy, bring good out of it. In the several testing and threatening times of our lives Lord, it is your compassion and grace, that help us go on with cheerfulness and courage in course of the routine of our daily work and duty.
Lord, as Jesus promised, the Holy Spirit, our Counselor and Guide, came down to be with us for all time, enkindling the fire of love and repentance in our hearts, increasing our faith, invoking for us when we are helpless, and endowing us with your grace, to go on steadfastly in our duties, fearlessly walking the path of Truth. The Power of your Spirit, helps us defeat our evil adversaries, gives us endurance and fortitude to bear our cross with boldness.
Your Holy Spirit descended upon your apostles, disciples and all believers, and miraculously indwells in us, as evidence of your sacred presence with us, and in acceptance of our prayers placed on your altar. O Gracious God, we are full of gratefulness and thankfulness for the graces you supply us, in our necessity. In our difficulties and wants, even the greatest in the church of God must seek you, to be supplied and replenished, and prayer is the most successful means, in melting down all selfishness, and in bringing about Christian unity. May your Holy Spirit fill our hearts, minds and spirits with its gifts and charisms, to live life in Jesus’ Name. Amen
