Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 Only 3 times in history has God reached down and entrusted human beings with a full understanding of His purpose for this planet Abraham – an Iraqi nomad Jesus – a Jew from Nazareth William Miller – a Baptist farmer and lay-preacher Each had the same essential ingredients of truth:

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 The Sanctuary message which reveals God’s plan to restore His image in His people: The Root of truth Justice and mercy Daily ministry Sacrifice Justice & mercy of God Growth by Holy Spirit Jesus’ death 100 % Revealed Righteousness Glorification 100 % Imparted righteousness Sanctification 100 % Imputed righteousness Justification

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 Ephesians 4:4-6 What do we see here and how does this relate to the state of the Christian church today? One body One Spirit One hope of calling One Lord One faith One baptism One God and Father of all

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 What difference would this make to us today? We would be unconcerned with denominational barriers We would know that we have no monopoly on the Holy Spirit What would happen to our relationships with other people if this were the case? Our spirit would be able to identify with that of others

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 1 Cor. 12:13 How does this oneness come about? Baptism by the Holy Spirit All kinds of people into one body What is the significance of water baptism? How does this relate to the baptism of the Holy Spirit?

It’s all God’s ministry. Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 What are the spiritual connotations of being connected to a body? 1 Corinthians 12:7 Why are the gifts of the Holy Spirit given? For the common good of ‘the body’ What will you never hear? ‘This is my gift’. ‘This is my ministry’. It’s all God’s ministry.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 What are the spiritual connotations of being connected to a body? Different gifts, ministries, effects BUT one God. Who do the gifts belong to and why? The gift belongs to the body where it can be exhibited. One of the greatest evidences that the Holy Spirit is in you is that He will bring you into balance.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 1 Cor 12:12 What principle do we see here? Many gifts; one body – based on the uniqueness of gifts Unity In diversity. What is the opposite of this principle? Unity in uniformity and conformity. THIS is not God’s order eg snowflakes What would we see in a truly functioning body? 2. Every person using their creativity and gifts in ministry

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2 In 1 Corinthians 12: 15 – 18 we see parts of the body engaging in an activity that is not appropriate. Can you identify what it is? Unfavourably comparing themselves and their gifts with others. 3. God has not made any mistakes. There should be “no measuring of talent by comparison” (EGW). What would happen to the body if some parts rebel or want what others have? It would disable the whole body

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2

Baptism of the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you first believed?” Acts 19:2