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THE PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT
He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit (Galatians 3:14 NIV).

When God promised Abraham that in him would all the nations of the earth be blessed, He was speaking prophetically of the Gospel and of the Spirit. Galatians 3:8 tells us that God preached the Gospel to Abraham beforehand, saying, “...In thee shall all nations be blessed.” This blessing includes the Spirit Himself—the promise of the Father.

Receiving the Holy Spirit isn’t just about speaking in tongues or experiencing supernatural power, as wonderful as those may be. The Spirit is the seal of the new covenant and the deposit of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:13-14). He is God’s guarantee that everything Jesus obtained for us belongs to us now.

This is why the Apostle Peter, after preaching on the Day of Pentecost, said, “...Repent... and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off…” (Acts 2:38-39). That promise wasn’t limited to the Jews. It was for everyone God would call—including you. You’re no longer waiting to be qualified. In Christ, you’re qualified: you’re Abraham’s seed and an heir of the promise.

Acts 2:17 reiterates what was already prophesied 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….” Notice that the promise of the Spirit is unto all: “For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call” (Acts 2:39).

Now that you’re born again, you don’t just have a portion of God’s blessing but the full measure of Him who brings you into everything God has. The same Spirit empowers you to live victoriously every day. He helps you understand the Word, guides you into all truth, and enables you to manifest Christ.

Be ever conscious and appreciative of His presence in you and with you. Spend time fellowshipping with Him. Acknowledge Him, and He’ll lead and help you fulfil your divine destiny.

Prayer / Confession
Thank you, heavenly Father, for the blessing of the Holy Spirit in my life as He guides and empowers me to walk in victory, wisdom and divine ability. By the Holy Spirit, I know and possess all that God has made available to me in Christ, walking in paths that He has prearranged, as I fulfil my glorious destiny in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.