
Episode #54
Encounter: The Spirit-Anointed Witness By Dr. Stephen Olford
Encounter: The Spirit-Anointed Witness Speaker: Dr. Stephen Olford Recorded live at the Toronto Spiritual Life Convention on Thursday, January 10, 1980, Dr. Stephen Olford delivers a compelling, classic message on the Holy Spirit’s indispensable role in Christian communication. Expositing Acts 1:8, Dr. Olford challenges the common misconception that evangelism is reserved only for a select few with specific gifts. Instead, he asserts that witnessing is a Spirit-anointed lifestyle required of the whole church for the whole age. Key Themes Explored: Possibility through the Spirit: Why believers must rely entirely on God's supernatural power to share a biblical, suffering, and saving Christ. The Obligation of Witnessing: Embracing the call of a true "martyr"—willingly dying to self-interest, complacency, pride, and earthly comforts for the sake of the Gospel. Purpose and Progress: How the Holy Spirit provides a intentional pattern for reaching our immediate communities and going out to the uttermost parts of the earth. Power for Service: Moving past fear and shyness to experience an impelling and compelling boldness that draws others to Jesus Christ. Through passionate exhortation and practical challenge, Dr. Olford calls every listener—young and old—to stop playing church, move out from the pews, and offer a daily 24-hour witness for the kingdom. Stream this inspiring message today on the Christian Library Australia Spotify channel.






