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Can you receive the Holy Spirit without the evidence of tongues?
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∙ 14y ago
Absolutely.
Setting aside the question of whether tongues are still viable (many Christians believe the need for speaking in tongues was done away with the completion of the written word - see 1 Corinthians 13:8-10), not all of the first-century Christians received the gift of tongues.
1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills. [NKJV]
One Spirit, many gifts, apportioned among believers as the Spirit saw fit. Since not all received the gift of tongues, "speaking in tongues" cannot be considered "evidence" of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.
One thing I would like to edit/correct. Speaking in tongues IS considered evidence of the indwelling. However, lack of another tongue IS NOT evidence that you are not filled with the Holy Spirit.
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∙ 14y agoYou can receive the Holy Spirit any way you feel is right.
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Is speaking in tongues the evidence of the Holy spirit?
No. At best, it would be considered "testimony" not evidence. And it would only be accepted by those who already believe it.
What will happen without pentecost?
Without Pentecost, Christians would not have received the Holy Spirit, as recounted in the Bible. This event is considered the birth of the Christian church and is essential to the faith. It is celebrated as a significant event in the church calendar.
What did the apostles receive at pentecost?
The bible states that on the day of Pentecost, "tongues of fire" came and rested upon each apostle and caused them to be filled with the Holy Spirit.
What is the evidence of the baptism of the Holy Ghost?
'Ghost' is a poor translation and 'Spirit' is a better one.A true Christian will have an 'outward' change as the old self is buried and the new self is born as that person is now 'begotten' in the God Family. The Holy Spirit will guide that individual to follow Jesus Christ - the perfect example for all mankind.Answer :It has become increasingly common for Christians to suppose that the full gospel includes the baptism of the Holy Spirit with evidence of speaking in tongues. Thus the question is: Is speaking in tongues the evidence of being baptised by the Holy Spirit? First, as the apostle Paul makes plain, believers are "all baptized by one Spirit into one body" (1 Corinthians 12:13), yet not all who believe speak in tongues (vv 10, 30). Thus tongues may be a manifestation of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, but tongues cannot be the manifestation.Furthermore, even if one does speak in tongues it is not a guarantee that they have been baptized in the Holy Spirit. For as Paul put it, " Though I speak in tongues of men and angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling symbol (1 Corinthians 13:1).Finally, as Scripture makes clear, the normative sign of the baptism of the Holy Spirit is not speaking in tongues but the confession of Jesus Christ as Lord, repentance from sin, and obedience to God (Romans 8:1-17, 1 John 4:12-16).
The message of tongues involves three parites who are they?
The speaker of tongues, the hearer of the tongues and the Holy Spirit, when in a group. When in private, the speaker, God who is being worshipped and the Holy Spirit that gives us the words.
How does one receive the Holy Spirit?
Acts 2:38 Repent (in other words make the concious decision that you want to do it Gods way - humble yourself), be baptized (full emersion - baptizo in the greek means full emersion) and you shall receive the holy spirit. Evidence of receiving the Holy Spirit is speaking in Tongues. (Acts 2:4, Acts 10:45, Acts 19:2) Tongues is a prayer language given by God. This is just the beginning if you'd like to know more, click on the link to www.rci.org.au. Through Baptism, which is being immersed in water. You are baptised when you are certain and believe that Jesus is the son of God.
How does one receive holy spirit?
Acts 2:38 Repent (in other words make the concious decision that you want to do it Gods way - humble yourself), be baptized (full emersion - baptizo in the greek means full emersion) and you shall receive the holy spirit. Evidence of receiving the Holy Spirit is speaking in Tongues. (Acts 2:4, Acts 10:45, Acts 19:2) Tongues is a prayer language given by God. This is just the beginning if you'd like to know more, click on the link to www.rci.org.au. Through Baptism, which is being immersed in water. You are baptised when you are certain and believe that Jesus is the son of God.
What does the flame represent in confirmation?
Fire is one of the symbols of the Holy Spirit and when the disciples were Confirmed, they were showered with the Holy Spirit. Therefore, the tongues of flames symbolize the Holy Spirit.
How do you speak with tongue?
Well,the brain does everything.It controlls our thoughts,feelings and...tongue:)Answer:According to some denominations, once you are baptised evidence of the Holy Spirit in you is the manifestation of the gift of speaking in tongues.
How did the holy spirit come?
As tongues of fire and as a rushing wind.
What gift of the holy spirit did st George have?
the gift of tongues
What does speaking in other tongues mean?
Speaking in tongues is a religious experience. Somebody will talk in tongues because God (the Holy Spirit) is talking through them and the only way people can understand them is when God uses someone to interpret what is said (unless somebody is talking in a different language and somebody else who knows that language can understand them).
