“John baptized with water, but in just a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." (Acts 1:5 NLT)
In pre-Christian times, Jews used baptism as a form of ritual purification, a symbolic cleansing after repentance. The word ‘baptism’ originated from the Greek word Baptizo and the Hebrew word Mikveh. To baptize someone can mean they are immersed, plunged, saturated, or overwhelmed in something.
Jesus told the disciples that they would be immersed in the Holy Spirit. I believe this promise extends to all who trust in Christ.
What is our part in this holy anointing? First, we must desire to be saturated in Christ. Secondly, we must turn away from anything that separates us from God and turn toward Him. Finally, we must submit our lives to the influence of His Spirit.
Holy Spirit, soak us in Your presence; overwhelm us with awareness.
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