February's birthstone is the Amethyst . The word Amethyst comes from the Greek word "amethystos," meaning sober. The ancient Greeks believed that this gemstone held many powers, among them protection against intoxication. Amethyst is considered by some as a stabilizing force for those struggling to overcome addictive behaviors.
The Holy Spirit is our Great Amethyst. Jackie Pullinger, in her book, “Chasing the Dragon,” tells of her ministry in Hong Kong. The Kowloon walled city was unpoliced in the 1960's and became one of the worlds largest producers of opium. Through her ministry addicts are assisted with overcoming their drug addiction with the help of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit.
Purple dye was also extremely expensive and was thus reserved for Royalty. Thus the Amethyst has been a stone representing royalty. It has also been long associated with the priesthood. Does the bible not tell us, that we are a Royal priesthood, a Holy Nation? As children of God we can stand tall knowing that we are the royal kids of the Most High God.
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