Jesus assures his disciples that, if they pray for it, the Holy Spirit will definitely come upon them with great power. At the same time, he reminds them that the presence of the Spirit always awakens opposition and persecution. So ask for the Holy Spirit, but be prepared to suffer on his account.
The Dangerous Spirit
Cycle AEasterWeek 7
by Bishop Robert BarronMay 4, 2008
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Authors
Bishop Robert Barron
Catechism
2778, 2756, 2736, 2682, 2419, 2044, 1565, 1533, 1353, 1299, 1238, 1215, 1196, 1127, 1108, 971, 967, 747, 496, 494, 276, 144
Liturgical Readings
Cycle A - Easter - Week 7
Scriptures
Ezekiel 40:2, Isaiah 66:20, Isaiah 2:1-4, Jeremiah 31:12, Matthew 7:7, Luke 11:9
Seasons
Easter
Topics
Ascension, Bible, Catholic Church, Cross, Crucifixion, Culture, Death, Eucharist, Evangelization, Evil, Faith, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ, Life, Liturgy, Love, Mary, Mass, Paschal Mystery, Prayer, Saints, Spiritual Gifts, Suffering, Worship