In Week 5 of our Empowered series, Pastor David brings a bold and clarifying teaching on the anointing of the Holy Spirit—specifically for healing, miracles, and the everyday ministry of every believer. Beginning in Luke 3–4, the message traces Jesus’ baptism, His anointing by the Holy Spirit, and the surprising reality that the Spirit immediately leads Him into the wilderness to be tempted. This moment sets the stage for the central truth of the message: “The Holy Spirit’s anointing is for us to be used by Him, not to use Him.” The anointing is not a spiritual accessory—it is an assignment.
From there, Pastor David addresses why spiritual attack often increases after spiritual breakthrough, revealing a kingdom pattern: when the Spirit empowers you, the enemy resists you. Yet Jesus models that healing and miracles are not side notes or rare moments—they are the normal rhythm of Spirit-empowered life. He then moves to 1 Corinthians 12, explaining the gifts of healing and miracles and confronting the belief that God no longer heals today. Through stories, Scripture, and practical teaching, he highlights the three biblical sources of faith for healing: the person needing healing, the person standing in on their behalf, and the person praying.
The message continues by stepping into Acts 3, where Peter and John heal the lame man at the Beautiful Gate. Pastor David uses this story to call every believer higher—beyond passive hope and into active obedience. He shares a vivid illustration of “taking a swing,” urging us to stop fearing failure and instead step out in faith, trusting that God’s power works through willing vessels. The call is not to perfection, but participation.
To close, Pastor David offers a clear five-step framework for praying for the sick, illustrated through a powerful picture of holding the “key” to someone else’s freedom. The service ends with a time of prayer for healing, deliverance, and breakthrough, culminating in an invitation for people to surrender their lives to Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered how to move from merely attending church to partnering with the Holy Spirit in real power, this message will challenge and inspire you to step out, take a swing, and believe God for healing and miracles in and through your life.
Scriptures:
Luke 3:21–22
Luke 4:1–21
Isaiah 61:1–2
Acts 3:1–10
Acts 6
