The Promise of the spirit

It was a standard that he had learned through experience.  Jesus had promised the outpouring of the Spirit and His disciples obeyed. (Acts 1:8)  On the festive day of Pentecost they were all filled and shared the Gospel with unbelievers. (Acts 2:1-6). More than 3000 were added to the band of disciples on that day. (Acts 2:42)  The church was born.  Then the revival spread to a different ethnic group.  The Gentiles were receiving the Holy Spirit.  Peter went along with other disciples from Jerusalem to investigate if it were really true.  The standard was now apparent.  “They were speaking in tongues "just as we did"”. (Acts 10:44-46).  They rejoiced and concluded that God had granted salvation to the Gentiles.  It was a monumental experience.  It was miraculous.  Peter shared the story 3 times to illustrate the reality of God's life-giving power. (Acts 11:15, Acts 14:27, Acts 15:3). The Bible encourages us to ask for the Baptism in the Spirit (John 7:37-39) What are you waiting for?  God is ready to give His Spirit to you. Praise God!