The Wind And The Waiting | Acts 1 | Joe Consford

📜 Story: The Wind and the Waiting I remember standing on the coastline in Ghana one morning, watching a small group of fishermen prepare their boat. The wooden hull was old and heavy. It took every ounce of strength those men had to push it across the sand and into the surf. They grunted, strained, and shouted in Fante — their feet sinking into the wet sand. For a long moment, it looked like that little boat would never move. Then a wave came in, lifted it slightly, and the men gave one last mighty shove. Suddenly, the ocean caught it — the wind filled the sail, and the boat began to glide forward effortlessly. I stood there and thought, “That’s exactly what Acts chapter one is about.” The disciples had been pushing with all their might. They were ready to go, ready to preach, ready to serve — but Jesus told them to wait. He knew that human strength alone could never move the mission forward. They needed the power of the Holy Spirit to lift them and carry them where their own effort never could. Just like that fishing boat, we sometimes find ourselves pushing and straining — when all we really need is to wait for the wind of God to move. 💭 Reflection: The Promise, the Power, and the Purpose 1. The Promise – “Wait for the promise of the Father.” Waiting is hard, especially when your heart is ready to go. But God’s work must be done in God’s way and in God’s timing. The disciples didn’t start in strength — they started in surrender. 2. The Power – “Ye shall receive power after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you.” This power wasn’t for show. It wasn’t political or emotional. It was the power to live holy lives, to speak truth, and to love boldly — even when it cost them everything. 3. The Purpose – “Ye shall be witnesses unto me.” The Lord’s plan has always been simple: we are called to be witnesses. Whether it’s in Jerusalem or Ghana, in your home or at your workplace — the mission is still the same. Acts chapter one reminds us that God’s Spirit gives both direction and drive. He doesn’t just send us — He fills us. 🙏 Outro Maybe today, you feel like you’ve been pushing your boat across the sand — working, praying, and wondering when God will move. Take heart. The same Jesus who ascended into Heaven will come again, and in the meantime, He has sent His Spirit to guide, comfort, and empower you. Thank you for joining me today on Morning Meditation. Tomorrow, we’ll turn to Psalms chapter 1, where we’ll discover what it means to be rooted, fruitful, and blessed in every season of life. Until then, keep your heart open, your Bible nearby, and your hands ready to serve. To follow our family’s journey to Ghana, or to connect with our ministry, visit consfords.com/connect.