Baptism of the Holy Spirits.

 Baptism of the Holy Spirit

A Reflection on Acts 1:4-5, 2:1-4, and Matthew 3:11

Baptism of the Holy Spirit—not a sprinkle, not a vow,

But a rushing, mighty wind that fills and fills me now.

Not a symbol or a ritual, not a doctrine to defend,

But the promised gift of Jesus, the Comforter and Friend.

“John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 1:5)

He comes like fire—not to burn, but to refine,

To purge the dross of selfishness and make His glory shine.

He comes like wind—unseen, yet powerful and strong,

To drive the feeble, timid heart to praise with holy song.

He fills—not just a visit, not a partial, fleeting touch,

But an overflowing river that gives far more than I can clutch.

He fills the empty chambers, the locked and dusty rooms,

With love, with joy, with peace, with hope that ever blooms.

All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. (Acts 2:4)

The baptism of the Spirit is not for special saints alone,

But for every child of God who kneels before the throne.

It empowers for witness, it emboldens for the call,

It breaks the chains of timidity and helps the fearful stand tall.

John said, “I baptize with water. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Matthew 3:11)

So I ask for this baptism—not for a sign or show,

But that I may know His presence, that His power in me may grow.

Not to boast, but to serve; not to speak with angel tongue,

But to live a life of holiness, a new and joyful song.

Come, Holy Spirit, baptize me afresh. Let the fire fall.

Let the wind of heaven sweep through me, answering Your call.

Not once, but daily, let this living flood increase.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit—my comfort, my release.

Amen.