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Receiving The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit
Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 21, 2024 (message contributor)
Summary: As believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to live a life of power and authority. In this message today, we will discuss the importance of receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in other tongues and how it can benefit our spiritual lives.
Acts 2:38-41
Introduction
As believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to live a life of power and authority. This includes being filled with the Holy Spirit and speaking in other tongues. In this message today, we will discuss the importance of receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in other tongues and how it can benefit our spiritual lives. We will further explore how we may receive this gift.
I. The Promise of the Holy Spirit
A. Scripture: Joel 2:28-29
1. God's promise to pour out His Spirit on all flesh, leading to prophesying, dreams, and visions.
B. Scripture: John 14:15-18
1. Jesus' assurance that the Holy Spirit will be our Helper and will dwell within us.
II. The Fulfillment of the Promise
A. Scripture: Acts 2:1-4
1. The Day of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples, and they began to speak with other tongues.
B. Scripture: Acts 10:44-46
1. The Holy Spirit falls on Cornelius's household as Peter preaches, and they speak in tongues, confirming the experience.
III. How to Receive the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
A. Scripture: Luke 11:9-13
1. Jesus instructs us to ask, seek, and knock
2. God gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.
B. Scripture: Acts 19:1-6
1. Paul lays hands on the Ephesian believers and they receive the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues and prophesying.
C. Five ingredients which open the door to the baptism in the Holy Spirit
1. Believe the Holy Spirit available to you – according to your faith be it unto you (Matt. 9:29; Heb. 11:6)
2. Ask Jesus to fill you – we have not because we ask not (Jn. 16:24; Jas. 4:2)
3. Develop an earnest expectation and desire to be filled – get passionate. Go after it! (1 Corinthians 14:1)
4. Stay free from offense and embrace unity (Acts 2:1-4 – they were in one accord)
5. Yield – your tongue from self-control to Spirit control (Acts 2:4 – they spoke as the Spirit gave them utterance)
IV. The Evidence of Speaking in Tongues
A. Scripture: Mark 16:17
1. Jesus states that speaking in new tongues is a sign that will follow those who believe.
B. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:2
1. Speaking in tongues as a means of communicating mysteries to God, edifying oneself, and praying in the Spirit.
Conclusion
• Encouragement to Seek the Baptism
• Final Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-19
