Disciples of Jesus are filled with the Spirit
We’ve been asking an important question lately: What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus? One key attribute stands out—disciples are baptised with the Holy Spirit 🙌.
Why Does This Matter? 🤔
In Acts 19, Paul meets some believers and asks them a surprising question:
“Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?” (Acts 19:2)
Their answer? “We haven’t even heard there is a Holy Spirit!” So Paul explains, baptises them in Jesus’ name, lays hands on them, and immediately the Holy Spirit comes upon them—they speak in tongues and prophesy. (Acts 19:4–6)
This wasn’t a one-off event. Throughout Acts, the apostles made sure believers didn’t just hear and believe—they received the Holy Spirit. It was essential then, and it’s essential now ✅.
What Does It Mean to Be Baptised in the Spirit? 💦
The word baptise means to fully immerse. Think of a glass plunged into water—it’s completely surrounded and filled. That’s what happens when we’re baptised in the Spirit: we’re immersed in His presence and power 💪.
Why Do We Need Him? 🙏
Here’s what the Bible says Holy Spirit brings into our lives:
Power to Witness – Acts 1:8 says we’ll receive power to share Jesus boldly 🔊.
Spiritual Gifts – 1 Corinthians 12 lists gifts that build up the church 🎁.
Deeper Prayer Life – Romans 8:26 reminds us the Spirit helps us pray when words fail 🕊️.
True Worship – John 4:24 calls us to worship in Spirit and truth 🎶.
Joy, Peace, and Righteousness – Romans 14:17 describes life in the Spirit 😊✌️.
Help and Guidance – John 14:26 says the Spirit teaches and reminds us of Jesus’ words 📖.
And that’s just the beginning! The Spirit brings intimacy with God, vibrant devotion, and abundant life (John 10:10) 🌱.
Living Spirit-Filled 🌟
Receiving the Holy Spirit isn’t the finish line—it’s the starting point of a Spirit-filled life. We’re called to step out in faith, pray in the Spirit, and operate in spiritual gifts. This leads to boldness in sharing the gospel and strength to live out God’s kingdom 💥.
Questions to Think About ❓
How is Spirit baptism different from water baptism? (Hint: Acts 19:1–6)
Why is praying in tongues important? (See 1 Corinthians 14:4, Jude 20)
Have you experienced the baptism in the Holy Spirit? How did it change your life?
Final Thought:
The baptism in the Holy Spirit isn’t just for “super Christians”—it’s for every disciple. It empowers us, transforms us, and draws us closer to God. Let’s hear, believe, receive, and live fully immersed in His Spirit 🔥🙌.