INTRO: Power of Pentecost! We hear about this so much. It is not the external things people want to showcase, but it is through the Holy Spirit's work in our lives.

1. Power has been promised - 1:4
1. Leadership of the Holy Spirit
2. Witness of Christ in our lives
   
   
2. Postponement of the power - 1:5
1. They were instructed to wait for this precious thing
2. While waiting they did the right thing
1. Had constant prayer
2. Had consistent Worship
3. Had convincing Unity ( our unity will convince each other and outsiders of Christ's changing power)
   
   
3. Plan for the power not ours! - 1:7
1. God's plan for His use - not our misuse
2. Not for show, but for the go!
   
   
4. Purpose of the power is professed - 1:8
1. So they might be witnesses through Him
2. So they might be witnesses for Him
   
   
5. Purchase of the power is portrayed - 2:1
1. One accord, one place
2. Sign for the Jews
   
   
6. Potential of the power is made public - 2:41-47
1. 3000 souls - 41
2. Worship, Bible study, fellowship, prayer, witness - 42
3. Unity - 44
4. Dedication - 45
5. REVIVAL -46-47
   
   
7. Power of profession can and WILL persuade! - 3:1-9
1. Closeness to God ignites this power
2. Caring to share spreads this power