John 20:22

[Pastor Keith]

Originally Posted by ForeverBlessed

I've been leading a bible study recently where two of the members have already received the Spirit baptism.

I was asked recently about this scripture in John 20. Why is the Holy Ghost they received here any different than what they received in Acts chapter 2.

I have my thoughts, and have shared them, but can't honestly say that I am perfectly clear myself. I do not like teaching something that I have questions about.

I am teaching a group of Nazarene's that have been taught all their lives that tongues are not for us today and ceased with the book of Acts.

If I could get some to share what they feel happened in John chapter 20, I would like to study some more and will be appreciative of all input.

thanks

What happened in John 20:22 is no different than what happened when Jesus celebrated communion with his disciples, both were a foreshadow of what was to come at Calvary and in the Upper Room in Acts 2.

Nothing happened in John 20:22 except a prophetic word of the upcoming actual event. Plus the Spirit was not yet given as Jesus was not glorified.

[pelathais]

Originally Posted by ForeverBlessed

Thanks to all who responded, I am at work... have read and thinking on this today. I will continue to study. I really appreciate those who took the time to post.

I try not to waste time on internet at work anymore, but will respond later this evening.

ah, c'mon! Waste time on the Internet at work! Join my mafia.

[Scott Hutchinson]

Originally Posted by Michael The Disciple

I never thought I would agree with John Macarthur on anything. But hats off to John as he has this exactly right. They did not receive the Holy Spirit until Pentecost.

I agree with you here.

[Scott Hutchinson]

Originally Posted by Pastor Keith

What happened in John 20:22 is no different than what happened when Jesus celebrated communion with his disciples, both were a foreshadow of what was to come at Calvary and in the Upper Room in Acts 2.

Nothing happened in John 20:22 except a prophetic word of the upcoming actual event. Plus the Spirit was not yet given as Jesus was not glorified.

I agree with this.

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Michael The Disciple

I never thought I would agree with John Macarthur on anything. But hats off to John as he has this exactly right. They did not receive the Holy Spirit until Pentecost.