The power referenced in the Church's mission is associated with which event?

• A. Christmas
• B. Easter
• C. Pentecost
• D. Ascension

Answer: (C)

Power for the Church’s mission comes from the Holy Spirit, given at Pentecost. Jesus promised his followers that they would receive power when the Spirit came to dwell within them, enabling them to be effective witnesses to the ends of the earth. On Pentecost, the Spirit descended on the disciples, filling them with boldness and enabling them to proclaim the gospel in many languages. This moment is the turning point that equips the church to carry out its mission outward to all nations. While Christmas, Easter, and Ascension are important events in Jesus’ life—incarnation, resurrection, and his return to heaven—Pentecost is specifically when the empowering presence of the Spirit is given to the church to fulfill its mission.