OOTB Podcast - The Person and Working of the Holy Spirit (part 6)

Join Pastor Dustin and Mr. Mike Merrit in this episode of the Out of the Box Church podcast, as they explore the empowerment of the Holy Spirit through the Book of Acts. Despite a snowstorm forcing them to record remotely, they dive deep into the scriptures, emphasizing the distinction between receiving the Spirit at salvation and the subsequent infilling by the Holy Spirit. They analyze various biblical instances including Saul’s conversion, the experience of Cornelius’s household, and the believers at Ephesus, highlighting the transformative power and the necessity of the Holy Spirit for ministry. Tune in to understand how the Holy Spirit plays a critical role in a believer's life and how this empowerment is available to all who believe.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:57 Recap of Previous Episode

01:16 Distinction Between Receiving and Being Filled with the Holy Spirit

04:35 Saul's Conversion and Filling with the Holy Spirit

11:57 Peter and Cornelius: A Divine Appointment

15:07 Preaching the Gospel and the Holy Spirit's Descent

16:48 The Inclusion of Gentiles in the Holy Spirit's Gift

17:39 Peter's Testimony and the Universality of the Holy Spirit

20:57 The Empowerment of Believers by the Holy Spirit

23:18 Paul's Encounter with Disciples in Ephesus

26:52 The Importance of Knowledge and Faith in Receiving the Holy Spirit

29:40 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement