Notes On Baptism Of The Spirit

John 3
5 Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.

I've come to believe that....

Baptism of the Spirit takes place, in a powerful, awe-inspiring moment, in the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit. In that moment you are spiritually joined to Jesus Christ. Joined to Jesus, forever. You are, indeed, filled with the Holy Spirit.

And then, your doubts begin to fade. Doubts about the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Doubts about the existence of God. Doubts about overcoming your sinful nature. Doubts about your election. Doubts about your mortality. Your doubts, slowly fade into the mists of your sinful, unsaved past.

And, you become aware of the power of the Holy Spirit in your life. You are still a sinner. But you have the Spirit to guide you and....you have your first taste of blessed assurance.

Finally. Transformed and purified, you begin your walk with Jesus.

Final Note

Third week of April, 1999....