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Originally Posted by Sam
There are different opinions among Christians on this.
1. Some believe a baptism of fire is a second work of the Holy Spirit after regeneration in which the "old nature" is burned out. This is called sanctification. Then, the HGB or Holy Ghost Baptism is a third work following sanctification. You will hear someone testify that they are saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Ghost.
2. Some believe John was preaching and offering two alternatives to the people. Either submit to the Lord and let Him baptize you in/with the Holy Spirit or later He will baptize you in/with fire He will plunge you into the lake of fire).
3. Some believe a baptism in fire is a baptism/soaking/overwhelming with trials --fiery trials-- to purge and purify.
4. Some believe fire is just symbolic of how the Holy Spirit works i.e. fire can purify, heat, give light, protect, etc.
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What about those of us who believe that
all of the above are in operation and applicable at least
some of the time?