24-1201p - Detailed Summary

Clarifies that being filled with the Holy Spirit does not necessarily equate to the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Introduction of the evening’s topic: continuing the lesson on "Being Filled."

Discusses common confusion where baptism is often thought of as being baptized in the Holy Spirit.

States that being filled with the Holy Spirit is not generally synonymous with baptism.

Introduction of John the Baptist by referencing Luke 1 where an angel informs Zacharias of his son’s birth.

Indicates that John would be filled with the Holy Spirit even from his mother’s womb.

Describes Mary’s visit to Elizabeth, where upon greeting, the baby (John) leaped in Elizabeth’s womb.

Elizabeth is filled with the Holy Spirit during this encounter.

Mary questions how she will conceive, being a virgin.

The angel explains that the Holy Spirit will come upon her, and she will give birth to the Son of God.

Elizabeth, previously barren, is in her sixth month of pregnancy.

Zacharias, once mute for his disbelief, prophesies after naming his son John, filled with the Holy Spirit.

Jesus, after His resurrection, instructs the disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the promise of the Holy Spirit.

Distinguishes between John’s baptism with water and the upcoming baptism with the Holy Spirit.

After Jesus' ascension, the disciples choose Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot.

Matthias is numbered with the eleven remaining apostles.

On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descends as a mighty wind, filling the house where the apostles were gathered.

Apostles speak in other tongues as the Spirit enables them.

Discusses who "they" refers to in Acts 2:1, arguing it specifically refers to the twelve apostles, not the 120 mentioned earlier.

The crowd, hearing the apostles speak in various languages, is amazed, questioning if these Galileans are drunk.

Peter defends against accusations of drunkenness citing the early hour.

Peter is called to Cornelius' house by divine intervention.

The Holy Spirit falls on Cornelius and his household while Peter speaks, leading to their baptism in water after receiving the Holy Spirit.

Peter questions who could prevent these from being baptized in water, emphasizing obedience to the command of baptism.

Notes that while the Holy Spirit baptism was promised, water baptism is a command that must be followed.

Peter defends his interaction with Gentiles, which was traditionally frowned upon.

Recounts his vision where God showed him that Gentiles were not to be considered unclean.

Peter describes the moment the Holy Spirit fell upon Cornelius and his household, likening it to the event at Pentecost.

Recalls Jesus' words about being baptized with the Holy Spirit, not just water.

Discusses the conversion of Samaritans where Philip preached.

Apostles Peter and John were sent to lay hands on them for receiving the Holy Spirit, which granted them the ability to perform miracles.

Emphasizes that only the apostles could impart the Holy Spirit for miraculous abilities.

After the death of the last apostle, this power could not be passed on, indicating the end of direct Holy Spirit baptism for miracles.

States that the Samaritans were baptized in water for the remission of sins, fulfilling the command to be baptized.

Concludes by reflecting on being filled with God’s will, knowledge, and the Holy Spirit.

Invites those who are moved by the gospel to respond as the congregation stands and sings.