"Pentecost and the Baptism in the Holy Spirit"

Yesterday, we celebrated Pentecost! Here is my outline from my message!

10 facts concerning the Baptism in the Holy Spirit:
1. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a gift from God!

Acts 2:38

"And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit"

2. The baptism in the Holy Spirit has significant symbolism!

Acts 1:5

"For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit"

3. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is promised to every believer!

Acts 2:39

"the promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off-for all whom the Lord our God will call"

4. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a distinct and separate experience from salvation!

Acts 2:38

"Peter replied, repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins. AND you will receive the Holy Spirit."

5. The baptism in the Holy Spirit has an initial physical evidence!

Acts 2:4

"All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues"

6. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is foremost for personal use and benefit!

Jude 1:20

" But you build up yourselves in your most holy faith and pray in the Holy Spirit"

7. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a powerful intercessory prayer weapon!

Romans 8:27

"And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God's will"

8. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is received by faith!

9. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a unique experience for each and every believer!

10. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a gift from God!