Lynette Palmer

In order for the elders to be able to bear the burdens of the people they had to have special skills to facilitate understanding, and execute fair judgement. So this, they would not be in a position to do, without the divine assistance which is given to them when the Spirit of God descends on them. So God sent His Spirit on them as He had with Moses to enable them to be efficient helpers to Moses. Moses desired that all men would have the Spirit of God. This would then make us all have a deeper relationship with God, so we would seek God's direction instead of making our own ever so wrong decisions. One thing that struck me though is the other 2 elders who weren't with the 70 who at the same prophesied elsewhere. It gives me an understanding of what is meant by the unity of God's children and about us all being one body and sharing in the same or One Spirit.

The primary purpose of God putting his spirit on individuals was to give them the ability to fulfill the purpose or a specific role that He had chosen them for. The Spirit of God endowed them with the necessary wisdom, insight, knowledge and skill to perform their God appointed role. We can also see that after the Spirit enters them, they learn to walk closely with God. They do not make decisions or take any action without first seeking God's will and direction on the issue. The take away for me at this point is that the Holy spirit deepens our relationship with God. It transforms us, empowers us in our walk with God. It also makes me realize that on a daily basis, before I make a decision on anything, or take any action, I must pray about it and ask God to let His Spirit direct me. When I have to make major decisions I do that, but I have come to understand that I make decisions on a daily basis and these "small" decisions impact the "major" decisions. So dear Lord, help me remember that I must "commit ALL my ways to You".

Hi I am Lynette Palmer. I am excited to participate in this study! I live in Dublin, Ohio but I am originally from West Africa! I have had the desire to learn more about the Hoy Spirit over a year ago and now here I am!