Pneumatology: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What Does it Mean?
Vern Poythress, PhD, DTh
There is a controversy over the concept of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, a controversy associated with the Pentecostal movement. Pentecostals teach that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is generally an experience that a believer passes through subsequent to conversion, and that it is related to speaking in tongues; others do not agree with them.
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
John F. MacArthur
What is Spirit baptism? How do you get it? And when do you receive it?
Some writers and teachers say you have to meet certain conditions before you can be baptized in the Spirit. But is that consistent with what the Bible teaches?
Find out the determining factor for being baptized with the Spirit in this series on Acts 2:1–13.
The Modern Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit
John F. MacArthur
The Modern Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit Series of 13 messages was preached at Grace Community Church during 2011-2012.
Highly Recommended by Lion and Lamb Apologetics!
Taking the Mystery Out of the Spirit's Work
John F. MacArthur
So, what exactly does the Holy Spirit do? What is His role in salvation and in the ongoing growth of a Christian? How important is the Spirit compared with the other members of the Trinity? Should you worship Him in the same way you worship the Father and the Son? You’re not alone if you have questions like those. Fair to say, the Holy Spirit is the least understood member of the Godhead. But Scripture speaks clearly on who the Spirit is and what He does.
Whatever Happened to the the Holy Spirit?
John F. MacArthur
More and more of today’s Christians are attempting to solve their problems through their own wisdom. They fail to consider praying for the Holy Spirit’s guidance. For example, what do you hear most on Christian radio—sound Bible teaching, or call-in therapy? Does the church focus on God-centered resources or man-centered methodologies? At one time, all the church could talk about was the Spirit. Now, He’s either shamefully misrepresented or largely forgotten.
One Body, Spirit, Hope, Lord, Faith, Baptism, God and Father (1)
J. Ligon Duncan, PhD
Ephesians 4:4-6
Part One
Excellent Exposition of the Scriptures!
One Body, Spirit, Hope, Lord, Faith, Baptism, God and Father (2)
J. Ligon Duncan, PhD
Ephesians 4:4-6
Part Two
Excellent Exposition of the Scriptures!
One Body, Spirit, Hope, Lord, Faith, Baptism, God and Father (3)
J. Ligon Duncan, PhD
Ephesians 4:4-6
Part Three
Excellent Exposition of the Scriptures!
Costi Hinn on the Holy Spirit
Costi Hinn, DMin
The Holy Spirit is quite possibly the most misunderstood and abused member of the Holy Trinity. Some people don’t believe He is God, others think He is merely a mystical force or some abstract expression of God. In the midst of a generation ripe with false teaching that confuses people on this vital doctrine, this episode will help you avoid error and relish in the truth.
Costi Hinn presents six excellent essays on the Holy Spirit. Highly Recommended!
10 Things You Should Know about the Holy Spirit
Fred Sanders, PhD
When you find your mind wandering or getting lost in the details of pneumatology (the doctrine of the Holy Spirit), just call back to mind the basic Christian confession that there is one God in three persons.
The Baptism with and Filling of the Holy Spirit
Gregg R. Allison, PhD
The ministry of the Holy Spirit during this intra-advent period is multifold; indeed, the expansive work of the Holy Spirit is
characteristic of the new covenant.
Southern Baptist Journal of Theology 16:4 (2012)
One Lord, One Spirit, One Body for All Time and All Peoples
John Piper, DTheol
(Ephesians 4:1-6) Piper says, “Writing from prison means that what he writes is dangerous. It is not a nice, middle class way to solve your problems and be comfortable. Real, radical Christianity is risky and unpopular and dangerous. Jesus had given many warnings that following him was safe in the long run and dangerous in the short run.”
Spirit Baptism and Filling: A Sermon on Being Filled with the Holy Spirit
Martyn Lloyd-Jones, MD
Dr. Lloyd-Jones defines the baptism of the Holy Spirit as the initial experience of the glory, reality, and love of the Father. Can one be filled with the Spirit repeatedly? He presents his argument for why he believes this to be the case and why it is the source of power and ability for the believer in Christian service and witnessing
One Lord, One Faith, One God: The Exclusivity of Christianity
John MacArthur
Concerning Ephesians 4:4-6. MacArthur notes, “Here is the singularity of Christianity. Seven times, you have the word “one” repeated. This is a declaration of the exclusivity of the true faith, the true religion.”
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Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What It Means & How We Get It Wrong
Kirk E. Miller, MDiv
In this article, Miller seeks to answer the question, “What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit?” by examining the biblical evidence, analyzing various interpretations, and attending to its theological significance.
How Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit Different from Being Filled with the Holy Spirit?
Roger Barrier, MDiv
The Bible makes a distinction between the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the Filling of the Holy Spirit. They are not the same.
Excellent Resource!
Is the Baptism with the Spirit the Same as the Filling of the Spirit?
Don Stewart
When the Bible speaks of the baptism and the filling of the Holy Spirit, is it speaking of the same thing? Some believers argue that the baptism and filling are two distinct experiences while others argue they are the same thing. What does the Bible have to say about this?
The Filling and Anointing of the Holy Spirit - Part I
Sam Storms, PhD
Spirit-baptism is a metaphor that describes our reception of the HS at the moment of our conversion to Jesus in faith and repentance. When we believe and are justified, we are, as it were, deluged and engulfed by the Holy Spirit; we are, as it were, immersed in and saturated by the Spirit.
The Filling and Anointing of the Holy Spirit - Part II
Sam Storms, PhD
It is common for believers to experience post-conversion encounters or experienceswith the Holy Spirit that are related to but not identical with infilling.
The Baptism and Indwelling of the Spirit
Christopher Ash
The baptism and indwelling of the Holy Spirit is the New Covenant blessing of the presence and work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer.
What Does it Mean that There is Only One Baptism (Ephesians 4:5)?
Got Questions
Since there are different “baptisms” referred to in the New Testament, it can be a bit confusing when we read about “one baptism.” The word baptize always means “to submerge or immerse.” So, when baptism is discussed, it involves a person being totally submerged into something else. Baptism implies being “all in.” It also implies that a change has taken place.
Be Filled with the Spirit
John Piper, DTheol
The apostle Paul commands in Ephesians 5:18 that we be filled with the Spirit. Therefore, I want to try to answer two questions today: What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit? And, how can we be filled with the Spirit?
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How Can I be Filled with the Holy Spirit?
Got Questions
In Ephesians 5:15–20, the apostle Paul teaches believers how to experience a holy relationship with God—how to live for Him, obey Him, and discover His will as we serve Him.
