The article seeks to provide a contemporary evaluation of Dunn's classic work. It argues that despite methodological and exegetical differences, Dunn was essentially correct to argue that for Luke the gift of the Spirit brings what he (Luke) considers as the post-ascension experiential 'life' of salvation. The article seeks to provide a contemporary evaluation of Dunn's classic work. It argues that despite methodological and exegetical differences, Dunn was essentially correct to argue that for Luke the gift of the Spirit brings what he (Luke) considers as the post-ascension experiential 'life' of salvation.