The document discusses the role of the Holy Spirit in both the Old and New Testaments. It notes that the Holy Spirit was involved in creation and empowered figures like Samson, Saul, and Zerubbabel. In the New Testament, the Holy Spirit was integral to the incarnation of Jesus and his baptism. At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended on the disciples as tongues of fire, empowering them to preach and allowing the church to grow daily through signs, wonders, fellowship and prayer. The document aims to provide a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit and how believers can receive the Holy Spirit's power today.

1. God the Holy Spirit – in OT & NT Maywald Jesudass

6. Holy Spirit – The Former and the Latter Rain

8. He was in the beginning … in fact He has no beginning, He is the beginning.

11. People kept asking him to tell them the source of his strength.

12. Physically Samson was an ordinary looking person.

13. “And the Spirit of the Lord came mightily upon him, and he tore the lion apart …” Judges 14: 6

15. He gives Saul signs to confirm that the anointing is from the Lord.

18. Around 43, 000 people responded to the call

19. The very next year, Zerubbabel and those able began to rebuild the sanctuary of God.

21. His work CANNOT be done by might – human strength and abilities.

22. His work CANNOT be done by power – human authority, money and influence.

23. If His Work is done by the anointing of the Holy Spirit - then we will accomplish the purposes of Heaven. It is Best to do His Work with His anointing.

25. A day in which none stand a chance unless they turn to Him renting their hearts with fasting & weeping. “I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall see visions”. Joel 2 : 28 – 32

27. Some cultures respect the Old and undermine the young.

28. In some cultures the old are disregarded.

30. There will be wonders in heaven – Sun will be darkened, Moon turned to blood.

31. There will be wonders on Earth – looks like a volcanic eruption or use of weapons of mass destruction. This prophecy will be fulfilled in our times … “Before the coming … of the Lord.”

33. Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her that she was “highly favoured one ... Blessed are you among women!”

34. “you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, ... And the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. ... And of His kingdom there will be no end.” Luke 1: 28 - 33 “she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.” Math. 1 : 18 “… that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God.” Luke 1 : 35 * The Holy Spirit was powerfully involved in the incarnation of God.

36. He said, “I indeed baptize you with water”

37. Referring to Jesus he said, “He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” “When He had been baptized …behold the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove” Math.3: 5–16 * Jesus was born & baptized by the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit and Jesus

39. He said “weknow that you are a teacher come from God”

40. With compassion Jesus looked at this old man and discerned his inner most need.

41. Nicodemus had all the knowledge about God, but he did not know God.

42. He needed the transformation of heart. Jesus said, “Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot see the Kingdom of God.... he cannot enter the kingdom of God ” John 3: 3,5 The Holy Spirit which was active in creation must be involved in the Re-creation, the Born Again experience of every individual.

44. Jesus once again talked about His authority over heaven and earth

46. Of Whom? People of all nations.

47. How? By baptizing them in the name of the Holy Trinity

48. Teaching them to observe all things.

51. ALL were filled with the Holy Spirit

52. All spoke in tongues Pentecost Fire

54. Preached Jesus with authority

55. They continued steadfastly in doctrine, fellowship, eating together & prayed unceasingly

56. Signs and wonders followed them * The Church grew DAILY Holy Spirit – Experience of Apostles Pentecost Fire

58. The Church Grew in the knowledge and in true understanding of the Scripture.

59. The Church Grew – it possessed diverse gifts and used them.

60. The Church Grew – people’s pray life was transformed – they became Prayer Warriors.

61. The Church Grew in numbers.

62. Except ye become like children – means to GROW DAILY.

63. The Holy Spirit of the Old & the New Testament ... This Eternal God desires to powerfully manifest Himself in this era through our lives and ministry. Look out for Part II The Former and the Latter Rain