Thursday, 23rd November 2023
By Pst Israel Olorunfemi
TEXT: “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance” (Acts 2:4).
Let me start by saying that God has already given us the Holy Spirit if you’re a believer. The Holy Spirit is living on the inside of you right now! You don’t have to beg for it or even ask for this gift. All you need do is to acknowledge Him and receive Him, just like you would any gift. God does not show favoritism and He will give anyone the gift of the Holy Spirit who meets the biblical requirements.
What are these requirements?
- BE BORN AGAIN:
The Bible says: “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost” (Acts 2:38).The only thing necessary to receive the Holy Spirit is that you must have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour. Once you’ve confessed Jesus as your Saviour God gives you the Holy Spirit. You don’t have to be a certain denomination, or be a pastor or evangelist to receive the Holy Spirit. Whether you have been a believer for fifty years or five minutes, you can receive the Holy Spirit right where you are, right now. - YOU ARE THE ONE THAT SPEAK:
Some Christians believe if they are going to speak in tongues, there must some force that will move their lips for them! It doesn’t work that way. The Bible says: “And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and BEGAN TO SPEAK with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance” (Acts 2:4).
Nowhere in the Bible does it say that the Holy Spirit will speak for you. You must make the choice to receive the Holy Spirit and act upon it as He gives you utterance. You must choose to speak by faith as the Holy Spirit acts upon your vocal organs. Did you understand it now?
- DO AWAY WITH FEAR:
Many people fear to pray in tongues. They say it is not biblical. Other people fear they will receive an evil spirit instead of the Holy Spirit. Hear me, praying in tongues is your secret prayer language with God, and it is not for everyone else to understand. It’s you speaking directly to God as the Holy Spirit utters secret truths. If your praying in tongues sounds odd to you or someone else, it is because it is supposed to!
Even though praying in tongues does not make sense to the natural mind, it is scriptural and spiritually sound. Throw away all the fears. Praying in tongues is real, and it is your source for supernatural power from God.
- NOW RECEIVE:
The Gentiles in the book of Acts chapter 15 received the Holy Spirit because they were eager to receive Him, and they believed the word of God that promised they could have this gift. We receive the Holy Spirit by faith.
Now, it is time to receive the Holy Spirit by faith! How? Wherever you are right now, open your mouth wide and begin to speak as the Holy Spirit gives you utterance. Don’t say anything in English. Don’t bother how it sounds.
- If after putting these steps to work and you still don’t receive, don’t be discouraged, keep cooperating with the Holy Spirit, you will speak suddenly if you don’t give up. If you are in this category, call me on +2348167589854 for one on one explanation.
PRAYER: Be empowered by the Holy Spirit today, in Jesus name.
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1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Nov 23 (James 5; Ezek 20-21)
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