Pentecost Sunday

Pentecost Sunday Service (June 8)Theme: “Filled to Overflow”Sermon Scripture: Acts 2:14–21 (KJV)“But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words… But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh;…”Service Description:On Pentecost Sunday, we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early Church and the birth of Christ’s global mission. Our opening will feature the reading of Acts 2:1–4—“And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord…”—followed by a prayer inviting the same Spirit to fall afresh on our assembly. The sermon, “Filled to Overflow,” unpacks Peter’s bold declaration in Acts 2:14–21, contrasting the harvest feasts of Israel with the spiritual harvest God continues to bring today. We will examine how the Spirit’s presence transforms fearful disciples into fearless witnesses, and how that same promise is available to every believer. Expect moments of worship, a Spirit‐saturated call to prayer, and a practical challenge to “keep on being filled” (Eph 5:18) so that our lives become living flames for Christ.Opening Song: Wind of Heaven(Intro) Put your hands together, let us praise the Lord. Acts 2 and Joel 2:28-29 (Verse 1) Come, O Wind of Heaven, blow! Stir our hearts with holy fire; As in olden days we know, You descend and raise us higher. “I will pour out My Spirit… upon all flesh,” Let tongues of flame proclaim Your Name afresh.Say Wind of Heaven, fall on me (Chorus) Wind of Heaven, fall on me, Spirit of the Living God, set captive hearts free; Let fire burn where darkness lies, In Your power we’ll arise— Wind of Heaven, fall on me. Wind of Heaven, fall on me, Spirit of the Living God, set captive hearts free; Let fire burn where darkness lies, In Your power we’ll arise— Wind of Heaven, fall on me. (Verse 2) In the upper room of faith, Trembled hearts saw heaven’s rain; Cloven tongues proclaim our grace, Shaking every fear and chain. “They were all filled with the Holy Ghost…” With one accord we lift the highest boast. (Bridge) Holy Fire, descend and cleanse, Seal our lips to speak Your truth; From this day until the end, Praise the Spirit of our youth. (Chorus) Wind of Heaven, fall on me, Spirit of the Living God, set captive hearts free; Let fire burn where darkness lies, In Your power we’ll arise— Wind of Heaven, fall on me. Wind of Heaven, fall on me, Spirit of the Living God, set captive hearts free; Let fire burn where darkness lies, In Your power we’ll arise— Wind of Heaven, fall on me. Closing Song: Cloven Tongues of Fire(Intro) Put your hands together, as we close out today's worship. Acts 2 and Psalm 51:10 (Verse 1) Cloven tongues of fire appear, Lighting lips once mute with fear; Broken hearts in ashes lie, Yet You grant our soul reply. “Purge me, O Lord, and I shall be clean,” Spirit, wash my depths, and fill me with Your flame. (Chorus) Cloven tongues of fire, burn within my soul— Melt my pride and broken past, make me pure and whole; Grant me voice to testify, praise on every breath, Cloven tongues of fire, conquering even death. (Chorus) Cloven tongues of fire, burn within my soul— Melt my pride and broken past, make me pure and whole; Grant me voice to testify, praise on every breath, Cloven tongues of fire, conquering even death. (Verse 2) When we wander in the night, You restore our faded sight; Wind that came with rushing power, Now remains in every hour. “Create in me a clean heart, O God…” Breathe new life where sin once trod. (Bridge) Spirit, fill us, overflow; We receive Your gift below; Every tongue shall testify To the Lamb who reigns on high. (Chorus) Cloven tongues of fire, burn within my soul— Melt my pride and broken past, make me pure and whole; Grant me voice to testify, praise on every breath, Cloven tongues of fire, conquering even death. (Chorus) Cloven tongues of fire, burn within my soul— Melt my pride and broken past, make me pure and whole; Grant me voice to testify, praise on every breath, Cloven tongues of fire, conquering even death. Get full access to Elias Shepherd's Ministry at eliasshepherd.substack.com/subscribe