The Work of The Holy Spirit - A Sermon on Acts

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In this sermon on Acts 4:29–33 titled “The Work of the Holy Spirit,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones preaches about the wonderful works of God in the preaching of the gospel. In the book of Acts, the apostles are told to stop preaching God’s word and performing miracles. Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that this would not have happened if the authorities hadn’t realized what the true gospel was. The preaching of the gospel should be clear enough to distinguish. The apostles were preaching of the wonderful works of God, and this message has power to save. Dr. Lloyd-Jones preaches of the special work of the Holy Spirit in empowering gospel preachers. Gospel preachers are not only men behind the pulpit, but also any Christian who speaks the gospel. In this preaching of the gospel, the Spirit both gives authority and enables the preacher to be clear in proclamation. The Spirit also acts upon listeners of the gospel. It is possible to be convicted, but not convinced. Not every hearer of the gospel who is convicted by their sin will be convinced of the truth of the gospel and turn to Jesus. The Spirit is the only one who can convince hearers, reminds Dr. Lloyd-Jones.