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The Baptism in the Holy Spirit

    The baptism in the Holy Spirit is part of the anointing of the Holy Spirit. We use the word anointing to describe all the manifestations of power of the Holy Spirit, such as deliverance, miracles, and healings. Even unbelievers can experience manifestations of the anointing. However the baptism in the Holy Spirit is a distinct promise for those who believe in Jesus. The baptism in the Holy Spirit consists of :

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RECEIVING SPIRITUAL GIFTS and especially the gift of tongues;

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EXPERIENCING the Presence of the Holy Spirit;

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RECEIVING COURAGE AND POWER to share the Gospel with others.

 

     The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a blessing promised to us by God. It is not a requisite for our salvation. Salvation only comes through faith in Christ and His work on the cross. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a further blessing and promise for all those who believe in Jesus. Being baptized in the Spirit is not an excuse to think one is better than other Christians who have not had the same experience. On receiving Jesus as Saviour and Lord, the Holy Spirit enters into our hearts. In the baptism, the Holy Spirit comes upon us in power and flows from within like a river.

 

    There are various ways to receive the gift of tongues. Of course it is our desire to receive this blessing, and our faith in the promise of the Word that are important, not the method of receiving. It is helpful to spend time fasting and praying to prepare yourself for receiving this baptism. This method is adapted from the evangelist Bill Subritzky, and I have found it very helpful especially with people who have difficulty receiving.

  1. RECEIVE CHRIST as your Saviour and Lord.
  2. REPENT FROM SINS of resentment, witchcraft and the occult.
    (see sin and occult list)
  3. RENOUNCE DOUBTS about the baptism and gifts of the Spirit.
  4. RECEIVE FREEDOM from demons if necessary.
  5. PRACTICE talking like an infant.
bulletWe have to become like children to receive the blessings of the kingdom
bulletNormally one does not lose control of the mouth. We must open our mouths and begin to speak.
bulletWe can commence in the natural repeating monosyllables such as ba, ba, ba...
  1. ASK FOR THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT with the sign of tongues by faith. See the prayer below).
  2. SPEAK once more like a baby allowing the Holy Spirit to give you the gift of tongues.
  3. SHARE with others your testimony and the Gospel.
  4. CONTINUE daily to pray in tongues by faith.

"Heavenly Father I ask You to forgive me for my sins (name them....), and I renounce the sins of my ancestors. With Your help I forgive all those who have hurt me, and I ask that You bless them. Cleanse me by the blood of Jesus. Fill me with the power of Your Holy Spirit so that I might live a holy and pleasing life, share the Gospel with others and fulfill Your will in my life. Thank you, Father, that You are generous and You have promised in Your Word the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Now I receive it by faith. I thank You by faith for the gift of tongues. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen."

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Living Hope Church - a Pentecostal church in Liverpool, Sydney

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