The Liminal Church: Understanding the Time Between Ascension and Pentecost explores the often-overlooked nine-day period in the Christian calendar that reveals profound insights about church identity and mission. Discover what it means to be a 'liminal church'—a community of believers who have faith but lack the Holy Spirit's full empowerment. This message examines why many Reformed and other denominations struggle to embrace the Holy Spirit's role, often remaining comfortable in an incomplete state without realizing what they're missing. Learn from the disciples' experience in the upper room and Philip's ministry in Samaria (Acts 8) about the difference between believing in Jesus and being empowered by the Spirit. Understand the characteristics of churches without the Holy Spirit's empowerment: inward focus, ritual without mission, impressive programs without transformative power. Contrast this with Spirit-filled congregations that preach boldly, communicate across cultural barriers, and engage the world with humility and love. This teaching challenges believers to move beyond comfortable Christianity to Spirit-empowered witness through renewed prayer, stepping outside church walls, and fully embracing the Holy Spirit in every aspect of church life. Perfect for Pentecost preparation, spiritual growth, Christian leadership, church renewal, Holy Spirit teaching, discipleship, evangelism training, and understanding Christian mission.