LESSON ON THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

By. Rev. Raphael Kitine (Senior Pastor ICC)

Leading Scriptures: Acts 1:4-5.

I. INTRODUCTION - THE MEANING OF THE BAPTISM BY THE HOLY SPIRIT

1. Is an act of being immersed and filled with The Holy Spirit. Acts 1:4, 2:4.
2. It is different from being born again. John 20:22; Acts 2:4, 8:12, 1:4.
3. It is God's providence of Power. Luke 24:49; Acts 1:8; Luke 1:35.
4. It is a Promise for all who beleieve. Acts 2:4, 39.

II. IMPORTANCE OF THE BAPTISM BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.

1. It is scriptural commanded. Ephesians 5:18, Acts 1:4-5.
2. It was a source of spiritual strength:

• In the ministry of Jesus Christ. Acts 10:38; Luke 4:1.
• In service of the early Church. Acts 1:8, 2:4, 4:31, 33.

III. HOW TO BE BAPTIZED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.
A. TERMS FOR BEING BAPTISED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.

1. Must be born again. John 14:17; 3:5-7.
2. Must desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Mt 5:6; Rm 15:16; 1Cor 6:11, 7:37.
3. Must submit to God. Acts 5:32.

B. THREE STEPS OF BEING BAPTISED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.

1. Approach boldly at the throne of grace. Hebr 4:16.
2. Pray to God to fill you with the Holy Spirit. Luke 11:10, 13.
3. Praise God by faith. Mk 11:24; Luke 24:53

C. EVIDENCE OF BEING BAPTISED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.

1. Speaking in tongues. Acts 2:3, 10:45-47, 19:1-6.
2. These signs shall acompany you as the Spirit dwells in you:

•  Being able to do the works of Jesus. John 14:16-18, 16:14.
• Feeling the presence of God. John 14:16-18.
• To be conscious against sin. John 16:7-11.
• To acquire capacity to be witness for Gospel. Acts 1:8.
• Feel confident. Acts 2:14-41.
• Acquire love for God and for people. Rm 5:5.
• Acquire ability and desire to pray and intercede for others. Rm 8:26-27.
• Manifestations of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. 1Kor 12:1-11.

IV. CONCLUSION - KEY ISSUES ON THE BAPTISM BY THE HOLY SPIRIT.

1. APETITE: Have a desire to be babtized by the Holy Spirit.
2. FAITH: Believe that you are going to receive the Holy Spirit now. Hebr 11:16; Mark 11:24.
3. PRAISE: The Lord shows His presence during the moments of praising Him. Acts 4:31.
4. YIELD BEFORE GOD: Submit yourself before the Lord in everything i.e mentally, physically and spiritually. Rm 6:13, 12:1.