1. SESSION FIVE

2. We need the Holy Spirit! ‘Not by might, nor by power but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord of Hosts’ (Zech. 4:6)

3. The Holy Spirit... -Makes the Father real to us -Helps us understand and recall the Bible -Guides us into God’s plans -Changes us from the inside out -Comforts us -Empowers us to witness to others -Gives us gifts and the power to do amazing things... and a whole lot more...

4. What is baptism in the Spirit? A.Immersion ‘He [Jesus] will baptise you with the Holy Spirit…’ (Luke 3:16) B. Clothed with power ‘I am going to send you what My Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.’ (Luke 24:49)

5. C. Power to witness ‘But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses …’ Acts 1:8

6. D. A gift to be received ‘God has raised this Jesus to life… Exalted to the right hand of God, He has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear.’ Acts 2:32,33

7. 2.What is the gift of tongues? -Evidence of overflow! -A supernatural language. -The key gift for staying spiritually strong – 1 Corinthians 14:4 -Your personal hotline to God.

8. 3. How do I receive and stay empowered? 1.Come expectant. 2.By faith, ask God to fill you and to release tongues. 3.Stop speaking in English and release what is within you. 4.Practice. 5.Become an expert!