Baptism of the Holy Spirit

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you…”
—Jesus, Son of God

Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit for Everyone?

To do God’s work, we need God’s power. The baptism of the Holy Spirit is for all who believe in Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord, and who are children of God through Him (see Acts 2:38–39).

In Christian theology, baptism with the Holy Spirit, also called baptism in the Holy Spirit or baptism in the Holy Ghost, has been interpreted by different Christian denominations and traditions in a variety of ways due to differences in the doctrines of salvation and ecclesiology. It is frequently associated with incorporation into the Christian Church, the bestowal of spiritual gifts, and empowerment for Christian ministry. Spirit baptism has been variously defined as part of the sacraments of initiation into the church, as being synonymous with regeneration, as being synonymous with Christian perfection that empowers a person for Christian life and service. The term baptism with the Holy Spirit originates in the New Testament, and all Christian traditions accept it as a theological concept.

In Christian theology, baptism with the Holy Spirit, also called baptism in the Holy Spirit or baptism in the Holy Ghost, has been interpreted by different Christian denominations and traditions in a variety of ways due to differences in the doctrines of salvation and ecclesiology. It is frequently associated with incorporation into the Christian Church, the bestowal of spiritual gifts, and empowerment for Christian ministry. Spirit baptism has been variously defined as part of the sacraments of initiation into the church, as being synonymous with regeneration, as being synonymous with Christian perfection that empowers a person for Christian life and service. The term baptism with the Holy Spirit originates in the New Testament, and all Christian traditions accept it as a theological concept.

If the thought of reading the Bible overwhelms you, you’re not alone. Even those who consider themselves to be mature in their faith can struggle, at times, with reading the Bible regularly. Perhaps you’re new to reading the Bible and don’t know where to start. Or, maybe you’ve stopped reading the Bible over the last few years and would like to start reading it again. No matter where you’re at on your spiritual journey, we’ve all got to start somewhere. So, here are a few suggestions for you.

If the thought of reading the Bible overwhelms you, you’re not alone. Even those who consider themselves to be mature in their faith can struggle, at times, with reading the Bible regularly. Perhaps you’re new to reading the Bible and don’t know where to start. Or, maybe you’ve stopped reading the Bible over the last few years and would like to start reading it again. No matter where you’re at on your spiritual journey, we’ve all got to start somewhere. So, here are a few suggestions for you.

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.(Matthew 24:14).

“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14)

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"THE GREAT COMMISSION" (MATTHEW 10:7-8, 28:16-20).

Greg Loucks Ministries

"Greg Loucks Ministries" believes all true born-again and Spirit-filled Christian believers are called to "Ministry" and "The Great Commission" (Matthew 10:7-8, 28:16-20). According to Colossians 3:11 "Christ is all in all". He called many different people in various backgrounds, professions and lives to be His Disciples (followers/learners) (Mark 3:13-15), to later lead disciples (two by two) themselves (Luke 10:1-2).

The Bible makes a clear distinction between the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the Filling of the Holy Spirit. They are not the same. In direct reference to your question, some believe that the Bible teaches that speaking in tongues is the manifestation that occurs when a person receives Christ. They also teach that speaking in tongues is the sign of being baptized and filled with the Holy Spirit.

When Peter preached to Cornelius in Acts 10, Cornelius and his family received Christ before Peter’s sermon was even finished! They simultaneously spoke in tongues. Peter took this as a sign that even Gentiles could receive Christ. He thought previously that only Jews were welcomed into the family of God.

14. Now that you have been delivered from evil spirits and/or a mental, emotional or physical illness you must take several aggressive & pro-active steps to maintain your healing so you will not become re-infected with demons or sickness. This is your new 12 step program. This one actually works. Please read it carefully. MANY PEOPLE WHO ARE DELIVERED FROM SPIRITS BECOME RE-INFECTED. It can be avoided by building an intimate relationship with Christ by the power of the Holy Ghost thru the Word of God. Healing & deliverance are not a “cure-all.”  You MUST renew your mind to find and fulfill your destiny. You MUST be pro-active & aggressive:

14. Now that you have been delivered from evil spirits and/or a mental, emotional or physical illness you must take several aggressive & pro-active steps to maintain your healing so you will not become re-infected with demons or sickness. This is your new 12 step program. This one actually works. Please read it carefully. MANY PEOPLE WHO ARE DELIVERED FROM SPIRITS BECOME RE-INFECTED. It can be avoided by building an intimate relationship with Christ by the power of the Holy Ghost thru the Word of God. Healing & deliverance are not a “cure-all.”  You MUST renew your mind to find and fulfill your destiny. You MUST be pro-active & aggressive:

As Ambassadors of Christ we will pray and seek God for the opportunities to experience His power working through us to share, ignite and cultivate a world spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and see God change lives forever.

The Prophet Hosea, whose name means Salvation, has given us an amazing outline for prayer:

“Sow righteousness for yourselves, reap the fruit of unfailing love, and break up your unplowed ground; for it is time to seek the Lord, until he comes and showers his righteousness on you” (Hosea 10:12).

Again, I know some people freak out once you attempt to step into this kind of supernatural realm with the Holy Spirit. But this is where each Christian has to make their own choice as to whether or not they want to tread into these kinds of deeper waters with the Lord.

You can either learn how to do all of this with the Holy Spirit, or you can choose to let this supernatural realm go and just stay on the path that you are already walking on if you have never had any of this kind of activity before with the Holy Spirit.

Many of you will know exactly what I will be talking about below, as you have already stepped into this realm with the Holy Spirit and have learned how to play this kind of game with Him.

Again, I know some people freak out once you attempt to step into this kind of supernatural realm with the Holy Spirit. But this is where each Christian has to make their own choice as to whether or not they want to tread into these kinds of deeper waters with the Lord.

You can either learn how to do all of this with the Holy Spirit, or you can choose to let this supernatural realm go and just stay on the path that you are already walking on if you have never had any of this kind of activity before with the Holy Spirit.

Many of you will know exactly what I will be talking about below, as you have already stepped into this realm with the Holy Spirit and have learned how to play this kind of game with Him.

The baptism of the Holy Ghost is the experience of the Holy Spirit coming into a person’s life to give power for God’s service. Thus, a study of this experience must begin with an exploration of the Person and nature of the Holy Spirit.

Who is the Holy Spirit?

The terms Holy Ghost and Holy Spirit are interchangeable in Scripture; they are both translated from the same Greek word in the original texts. The Holy Ghost is not an abstract identity or a remote influence, but a distinct personality of the Godhead. He is God Himself, part of the Trinity that is comprised of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. He has personality and all the attributes of Deity.