Later, after His resurrection, Jesus spoke to His disciples and made a remarkable promise: He would send the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, to them. This promise was filled with the goodness of God, surpassing anything the disciples had previously experienced. It was a promise of divine power, meant to transform and empower the twelve apostles—and even to include others who would join them in their mission. Jesus, having been sealed with the Holy Spirit of power, then entrusted this same Spirit to His followers. This sealing or testimony was fully realized at Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit was poured out upon the believers in Jerusalem. The Holy Spirit is truly God. He bestows spiritual gifts upon people according to His divine will and purpose. The Spirit’s power was visibly demonstrated at the baptism of Jesus Christ, serving as a divine witness to His ministry. When Jesus was about to enter the wilderness to be tempted, the Holy Spirit descended upon Him in power. This event clearly shows that the Spirit is the Spirit of power—He came in a mighty way to equip Christ for His earthly mission. Throughout Scripture, the Spirit’s association with power is evident; He is the source of divine strength and authority. Throughout the book of Acts, we see various ways the Spirit manifested Himself apart from the initial baptism of salvation. The Spirit came to the church in different forms and in different ways—sometimes predicting future events, at other times delivering powerful words of God, or speaking in tongues. These tongues were likely actual languages, enabling believers to communicate across cultural barriers, but they also often appeared as ecstatic experiences—almost like the Spirit giving a new, divine word or utterance. The Spirit’s presence was accompanied by manifestations that went beyond a simple inward experience. Because of these manifestations, there were efforts within the church to imitate or replicate the outward signs of the Spirit’s work. Similar phenomena have occurred throughout church history—during the great Welsh revival, the revivals in England, and later in the United States during the Great Awakening. Each of these movements experienced similar outpourings of the Spirit, leading to renewal, unity, and spiritual fervor. These events mark the very origins of the church. Such divine unity and strength could not have been achieved without the Holy Spirit’s powerful outpouring—long before the full canon of Scripture was established. This baptism of the Spirit created a glorious, united community centered on the apostles’ doctrine, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. It was characterized by deep rejoicing, spontaneous manifestations, and a sense of divine presence that drew believers into a profound spiritual experience. I do not, however, align with the Charismatic view of a second, separate baptism of the Holy Spirit. I believe that such a second experience is neither consistent nor necessary. It tends to be viewed as a purely emotional or ecstatic event, which does not necessarily correlate with the believer’s level of sanctification or spiritual maturity. While it can accelerate the process of sanctification, it should not be regarded as a distinct or mandatory second blessing. Instead, the baptism of the Spirit is a one-time, powerful infusion that marks a significant moment of divine empowerment. The prophet Joel foretold that in the last days, the Spirit would be poured out abundantly, resulting in people speaking in tongues, prophesying, and performing other signs and wonders. When the Spirit was poured out in these ways, it manifested visibly and powerfully—resembling a divine rain descending upon the gathered crowd. This outpouring brought about a profound sense of unity and revival among the people. Many onlookers thought the apostles and believers had been drinking wine because of their exuberance, but it was actually the Spirit coming down in power, infusing the crowd with joy and a sense of spiritual unity. The Spirit’s coming was not just internal but palpable—He descended from heaven in a way that everyone could experience, creating a spiritual atmosphere akin to heaven touching earth. In summary, the Holy Spirit is the divine power of God working within His people. His coming is marked by powerful manifestations—sometimes in tongues, prophecy, or ecstatic experiences—that underscore His divine authority and presence. These manifestations serve to unify the church, empower believers for service, and deepen their spiritual experience. Throughout history, the Spirit’s work has continually refreshed and revived the church, demonstrating that His power remains active and accessible to all who seek Him.