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Discussion Guide

Baptized with Fire

Pastor Bryan
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July 21, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of 'Baptized with Fire' was to illuminate the significance of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit as an empowering force in a believer's life. This baptism, distinct from water baptism, is a promise fulfilled by Jesus to equip us with power for effective witnessing and to activate spiritual gifts within us. It's an experience that occurs after salvation, signifying a deeper immersion into the Holy Spirit's work and presence. The sermon encouraged us to seek this baptism for a transformed life of boldness and effectiveness in our faith journey.

Scripture References

Matthew 3:11, Acts 1:1-5, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 8:14-17, 1 Corinthians 13:10, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, 1 Corinthians 12:1, 1 Corinthians 12:4-10, 1 Corinthians 12:11

Why would God offer and Jesus emphasize the importance of a 'second baptism' to those who have already given their hearts to Jesus?

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2 was not just a historical event, but a pattern for the church to seek the Spirit's fullness for mission and ministry.

Why do you think believers were told to wait for this new experience of the Holy Spirit's baptism?

Discussion Questions:

How can 'baptism by fire' empower you to witness more effectively?

What does 'fire' communicate to you about the experience of a second baptism?

What are the roots of an aversion to witnessing, and how might the 'second baptism' address them?

Being filled with the Holy Spirit brings a profound transformation, giving us the power to live out our faith boldly and effectively.

Summary

In the 'Baptized with Fire' sermon from the 'Fresh Fire' series, we explored the concept of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and fire, as promised by John the Baptist and Jesus. Pastor emphasized that this baptism is a subsequent experience to salvation, empowering believers for witness and activating spiritual gifts. We delved into scriptures like Acts 1 and 2, where the disciples received the Holy Spirit post-conversion, and Acts 8, where new believers in Samaria were baptized in the Holy Spirit through the laying on of hands. The sermon concluded with the understanding that spiritual gifts are for the church's edification and the Gospel's advancement.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Seek the Baptism of the Holy Spirit as a means of empowerment for your mission and ministry.

Embrace the spiritual gifts that the Holy Spirit activates in you for the common good and the advancement of the Gospel.

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