Dustin Woodward - May 25, 2025
The Day Of Expectation
Scripture: Acts 1–2 | The Day of Pentecost What if waiting wasn’t wasted time—but preparation for a divine move? In this powerful Pentecost message, Pastor [Insert Name] unpacks "The Day of Expectation," a moment that forever changed the course of history. More than just a day of power, Pentecost was a prophetic appointment, rich with spiritual symbolism—and full of relevance for your life today. Through a dynamic, waterfall-style teaching, you'll discover how the early Church waited with expectation—and how their obedience, hunger, and readiness opened the door to an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS MESSAGE: 1. A Spiritual Harvest Begins • Pentecost (Greek: Pentēkostē, meaning “fiftieth”) was more than a Jewish festival—it was the first-fruits of a greater spiritual harvest. • On this day, 3,000 souls were saved (Acts 2:41), as the Holy Spirit marked the birth of the Church. • God transformed an offering of crops into an offering of people—redeemed and empowered for mission. 2. A New Law Written on Hearts • At Mt. Sinai, the Law was given on stone tablets. • At Pentecost, the Spirit came to write God’s law on our hearts. • Where 3,000 died in rebellion (Ex. 32:28), now 3,000 live in grace—judgment reversed through Christ. 3. God’s Perfect Timing • This wasn’t just a spiritual outpouring—it was a divine strategy. • God empowered the disciples and positioned the Gospel to spread to the nations. WAITING WITH EXPECTATION MEANS: Obedience Even in Uncertainty Acts 1:4-5 — Jesus commanded the disciples to wait in Jerusalem. Waiting isn’t passive—it’s faith-filled obedience. Spiritual Hunger Is Stirred Acts 1:14 — They weren’t distracted… they were devoted. Prayer and unity prepared them for power. Preparation for What God Has Prepared Waiting creates space. Expectation creates posture. When you're ready for God to move, you won’t miss it when He does.
From Series: "The Day of"
Get ready for a powerful 3-week journey that could change everything. Week 1 – The Day of Expectation Week 2 – The Day of Suddenly Moments Week 3 – The Day of the Gospel Each week is packed with truth, hope, and the unexpected. You don’t want to miss it—we can’t wait to see you there!
