Acts 2:1-8

When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. [2] And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. [3] Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. [4] And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. [5] And there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men, from every nation under heaven. [6] And when this sound occurred, the multitude came together, and were confused, because everyone heard them speak in his own language. [7] Then they were all amazed and marveled, saying to one another, “Look, are not all these who speak Galileans? [8] And how is it that we hear, each in our own language in which we were born?

Acts 2:12-18

[12] So they were all amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “Whatever could this mean?” [13] Others mocking said, “They are full of new wine.” [14] But Peter, standing up with the eleven, raised his voice and said to them, “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and heed my words. [15] For these are not drunk, as you suppose, since it is only the third hour of the day. [16] But this is (that which) was spoken by the prophet Joel: [17] ‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your young men shall see visions, Your old men shall dream dreams. [18] And on My menservants and on My maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days; And they shall prophesy.

THE EFFECT OF PENTECOST:

1. The Change.

Acts 2:2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting.

Acts 2:3 Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them.

What filled them was changed.

Acts 2:4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

Their speech was changed.

James 1:5 In the same way, the tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches. But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire.

THE EFFECT OF PENTECOST:

2. The Contrast.

Acts 2:12-13 So they were all amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “Whatever could this mean?” [13] Others mocking said, “They are full of NEW WINE.”

Peter before and after.

Matthew 14:30 But when (Peter) saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!”

Matthew 16:23 But He turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are an offense to Me, for you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men.”

Matthew 26:58 But Peter followed Him at a distance to the high priest’s courtyard. And he went in and sat with the servants to see the end.

This is that!

Acts 2:14-15 But Peter, standing up with the eleven, raised his voice and said to them, “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and heed my words. [15] For these are not drunk, as you suppose, since it is only the third hour of the day. [16] But THIS IS THAT which was spoken by the prophet Joel;

Acts 2:17 ‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My Spirit on all flesh…

THE EFFECT OF PENTECOST:

3. The Commitment.

Acts 2:17-18 ‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, SAYS GOD, THAT I WILL POUR OUT OF MY SPIRIT ON ALL FLESH; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your young men shall see visions, Your old men shall dream dreams. [18] And on My menservants and on My maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days; And they shall prophesy.

Be a willing vessel.

2 Timothy 2:21 Therefore, if anyone CLEANSES himself from what is DISHONORABLE, he will be a VESSEL FOR HONORABLE USE, set apart as holy, useful to the master of the house, ready for every good work.

God isn’t looking for perfection—He’s looking for surrender.

Acts 2:46 So CONTINUING DAILY WITH ONE ACCORD in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart,

THE EFFECT OF PENTECOST:

4. The Call.

Acts 2:39 For the promise is to you and to your children, and TO ALL WHO ARE AFAR OFF, as many as the LORD OUR GOD WILL CALL.”

Acts 3:6 Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, BUT WHAT I DO HAVE I GIVE YOU: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”

God is seen on your life.

Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness, self-control…

God speaks supernaturally through you.

Acts 2:4 And they were all FILLED with the Holy Spirit and began to SPEAK with other tongues, AS THE SPIRIT GAVE them utterance.

Acts 4:31 And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; and they were all FILLED with the Holy Spirit, and they SPOKE the word of God with boldness.

Acts 19:6 And when Paul had laid hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they SPOKE with tongues and prophesied.

God will work through you.

John 14:12 (Jesus said) I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me WILL DO THE SAME WORKS I HAVE DONE, AND EVEN GREATER WORKS, because I am going to be with the Father.

Philippians 2:13 for it is GOD WHO WORKS IN YOU TO WILL and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.

Ephesians 5:15-20 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, [16] making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. [17] Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. [18] Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, BE FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT, [19] speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, [20] always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Conclusion:

The fire of Pentecost did not go out—it spread. It changed fearful followers into bold witnesses. It transformed fearful hearts into faith-filled vessels. And it can still do the same today.