This divine authority is not merely about the outward manifestations or superficial appearances; it is about the recognition of a divine presence that influences us from within, rather than just external circumstances. This is the work of the Holy Spirit—an act of divine empowerment. He comes into a person’s life to open their mind, to fill them with the ability to speak truth, and to teach them how vast and deep is the love of the Father. Through this divine work, we come to know the Father’s love intimately and are transformed by it. Then, a gathering of believers in the upper room experienced a profound encounter with God. Jesus had instructed them to remain in Jerusalem because He promised He would send the Holy Spirit to empower them as witnesses. As they prayed earnestly, they found themselves in a state of intense spiritual longing—similar to the suffering and perseverance described by the apostle Paul, who said he endured hardships and gave up worldly pursuits to attain spiritual fullness. The believers were led into fervent prayer, crying out, pleading, and seeking the Spirit’s cleansing fire. These believers were filled with a sense of Christ’s presence and His resurrection power—not because they had an extensive knowledge of scripture alone, but because they experienced the remarkable reality of God’s Spirit working within them. It was a vivid display, a powerful demonstration of the joy and liberty that come through the Holy Spirit—a true manifestation of divine grace and empowerment. We live amidst invisible beings—angels and spiritual entities—whose purpose is to shield us from the destructive schemes of this world. These spiritual messengers are sent to serve those who seek salvation, providing divine assistance and guidance. This ongoing experience of divine engagement affirms the reality of God's love for us. The Holy Spirit descends from heaven, exemplified when He appeared as a dove over Jesus at His baptism. Jesus, in His human form, was filled with divine power from above, which enabled Him to carry out His ministry. After His baptism, Jesus was led into the wilderness to be tested by the devil, yet His response was to speak with authority—the voice of God—showing that He was filled with the Spirit of power from on high.