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29 ግንቦት 2019 · 2027-06-06

On Pentecost, the disciples are gathered together when the Holy Spirit descends upon them with the signs of wind and fire. They begin proclaiming God’s mighty works in different languages, and people from many nations hear the Gospel in words they can understand. The miracle of Pentecost does not destroy human diversity. The Spirit gathers different peoples into unity while allowing each person to hear within his or her own language and culture. The Church is therefore called to be universal: united in faith while embracing many peoples, languages, and gifts. Saint Paul teaches that spiritual gifts come from the same Holy Spirit. One person may receive wisdom, another knowledge, another faith, healing, prophecy, discernment, or another form of service. No gift is given merely to increase personal honour. Every manifestation of the Spirit is given for the benefit of the whole community. The Church is one body with many members. The members do not all possess the same role, but each belongs to Christ and contributes to the life of His Body. Spiritual jealousy, competition, and pride contradict the purpose of the gifts. Saint John teaches that Christians have received an anointing from the Holy One. They must remain in the truth concerning Jesus Christ and resist teachings that separate the Son from the Father. The Spirit never leads believers away from Christ; He helps them remain in Christ and inherit eternal life. Jesus explains that the coming of the Advocate is necessary for the mission of the Church. The Holy Spirit exposes sin, reveals righteousness, defeats false judgment, and guides the disciples into the fullness of truth. Pentecost therefore calls Christians to open their hearts to the Holy Spirit. We must allow Him to purify us, unite us, guide us into truth, and transform our abilities into gifts of service. A Spirit-filled Church is not divided by pride but united in Christ, courageous in witness, and generous in serving others.