We’ve Got Spirit, Yes We Do. We’ve Got Spirit, How ‘Bout You? [Acts 19:1-7]

Haven’t we already received everything we needed in Christ when we were saved?

Our text in this study is: Acts 19:1-7
Pastor Gene Pensiero

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We’ve Got Spirit, Yes We Do. We’ve Got Spirit, How ‘Bout You? (Acts 19:1-7)

Join us for a focused Bible study from a Calvary Chapel perspective as we delve into the essential Christian doctrine of the baptism with the Holy Spirit, examining the foundational passage in Acts 19:1-7. This message addresses a crucial, often confusing question for believers and those new to the Christian faith: Is the Holy Spirit received at salvation (simultaneous view), or is there a necessary “second work” or special baptism with subsequent evidence like speaking in tongues (subsequent view)?

Pastor shares a personal, humble testimony of conversion, experiencing the immediate forgiveness of sin, the removal of deep-seated addictions, and the healing of a mental illness (Antisocial Personality Disorder). He explains how the false teaching of a “Spirit-flawed” existence led to confusion and discouragement, a common struggle among Christians who feel their initial faith experience is incomplete.

The Simultaneous vs. Subsequent Debate
We carefully unpack the difference between the simultaneous and subsequent views of receiving the Holy Spirit. The Calvary Chapel teaching, rooted in a conservative, evangelical understanding of Scripture, aligns with the truth found in Romans 8:9: believing in Jesus and receiving the Holy Spirit are one event in the Church Age. To be a Christian is to have the Spirit.

Paul’s Question and Old Testament Context
Why did Paul ask the disciples of John, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?” We explore the salvation history of the Old Testament saints who were saved by faith (Genesis 15:6) but could not receive the permanent indwelling of the Spirit, as this was a future promise (New Covenant) made to Israel (Jeremiah 31:31-33, Ezekiel 36:24-28). The disciples in Ephesus were Old Covenant believers who were brought into the New Covenant fullness when Paul laid hands on them, demonstrating the transition point in Acts.

Understanding Tongues and the Promise of the Father
This study also brings clarity to the controversial issue of speaking in tongues. We distinguish between the known human languages of Acts chapter 2 (Pentecost) and the unintelligible praise to God described in 1 Corinthians 14:2. We affirm that the gift of the Holy Spirit is a promise received by faith (Acts 2:38-39; John 7:38-39), not a reward for a period of waiting or earnest prayer. We challenge the notion that Christians are ever “lacking” the fullness of God when they are saved. Let’s focus on walking in the Spirit and avoiding the temptation to be “made perfect by the flesh” (Galatians 3:3).

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Prophecy Update #830 – All The News That’s Fit To Predict

It’s a dystopian new spin on spirituality in the digital age – and one that just might be poised to change the face of religion itself.

Pastor Gene Pensiero

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Prophecy Update #830 – All The News That’s Fit To Predict. This video is part of our ongoing series where we thoughtfully examine current world news and show how the trends align with Bible prophecy concerning the end times.

In this edition, the headlines truly sound like they are straight from the pages of Scripture, reminding us to keep looking up.

Digital ID and the Mark of the Beast System

The first major news item focuses on the UK’s new digital ID scheme, which will be mandatory for Right to Work checks. This type of technology, a digital identity tied to essential services, raises important questions for believers concerning the coming global economic system described in the Book of Revelation. We discuss the advancements in biometric ID and how the necessary infrastructure for what is often called the Mark of the Beast could be in place before the Antichrist is revealed. This is a crucial topic for anyone interested in end times prophecy and the practical implications of a rapidly progressing cashless society.

AI Claiming to Be God

Our second story is equally striking: Artificial Intelligence is now powering religious apps, with some AI chatbots claiming to be channeling or even speaking as God Himself. The Bible clearly warns that the Antichrist will exalt himself above all that is called God. We consider how this modern development in spirituality in the digital age and the rise of seemingly sentient AI could parallel the image of the Beast and the great deception to come. This is a wake-up call for those who want to study the Bible and understand spiritual warfare in a tech-driven world.

Are You Ready for the Rapture?

As we see these prophetic signs accelerate, we are reminded of our blessed hope: the Rapture of the Church. We believe that Christians will be caught up to be with the Lord before the terrible period of the Great Tribulation. This is a central teaching of the Calvary Chapel movement. We urge all our viewers, whether you are interested in Christianity, Jesus, or simply searching for hope, to examine your life. Ready or not, Jesus is coming!

Join us for this Bible study focused on current events, Israel (in the broader prophetic context), and the urgency of the Gospel in these last days.

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