Pastor Keith
Young Adults Pastor
More than a charismatic accessory, baptism of the Holy Spirit is God’s essential empowerment for believers. It fuels intimacy, boldness, and victory.
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Sermon Summary
The baptism of the Holy Spirit and fire is not a spiritual accessory designed for charismatic circles; it is God’s appointed means of empowering His people to live and witness beyond human ability. Jesus Himself did not begin His ministry without the Spirit, showing that mission without power is incomplete. Through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, believers receive deeper intimacy with God, boldness for witness, victory over the flesh, strength in prayer, and spiritual gifts to build the Church. This gift is promised by God, but it is received by those who hunger, ask, and depend fully on Him rather than themselves. The true question is not whether the Spirit is able, but whether we desire Him above all else.
Scripture References from the Sermon
Acts 19:1-7 | Romans 8:16 | Matthew 3:11 | Acts 4:31 | Galatians 4:6 | Galatians 5:6 | Galatians 3:3 | Romans 8:26-27 | Acts 2: 1-4 | Acts 19:6 | Acts 1:8 | Luke 11:13 | 1 Corinthians 12:1 | 1 Corinthians 12:7 | 1 Corinthians 14:3 | 1 Corinthians 14:12
Discussion Questions
- When you think about the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gifts of the Spirit, what words, experiences, or teachings come to mind—and where do you think those views came from?
- Why do you think the early church placed such importance on the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and how does that challenge or affirm how we approach it today?
- In what ways do you believe the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts are meant to strengthen believers and build up the church—and what might change if we leaned into them more intentionally?
Event Highlight | Seek Week | Groups Fair
- Join with us for Seek Week January 11, 2026 – January 18, 2026. Seek Week is a dedicated time for our church to come together with one heart and one purpose – to seek God for our city, our church, and our nation. Visit https://gracechurchsp.org/landing-page/seek/ for more details.
- Groups Fair is January 15,2026 & January 18, 2026. This is your chance to see many of the groups that make up Grace Church and get connected through intentional community. Group leaders register your group to participate.