Once again I marvel at this change that arrived with Jesus

One of the coolest things about the changes that Jesus brought about is that we are now totally in control of whether we receive the power of the Holy Spirit or not.  In the OT it wasn't like that.

Luke 1:15(NKJV)

For he will be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink. He will also be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother’s womb. 

In the OT, from what I've read, you were handpicked to receive the Holy Spirit.  God decided who did and who didn't get the Holy Spirit and there were way more people who didn't get it than who did.

All of that changed with the arrival of Jesus.  Now all who accept Jesus get the Holy Spirit as a bonus.  And the best part is that each and every one of us can have the Holy Spirit if we choose to.  We are in total control. 

So do you have the power of the Holy Spirit in your life yet?  If not, let me help you.  All you have to do is invite Jesus to guide your life.  Just have a conversation with Jesus.  "Dear Jesus…."