Acts 1:4-5 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

⁴And while they were gathered together, He commanded them: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift the Father promised, which you have heard Me discuss.

⁵For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

— Acts 1:4-5

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Illustration of Acts 1:4-5 NIV

Illustration of Acts 1:4-5 NIV -- On one occasion, while [Jesus] was eating with [the disciples], he gave them this command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit."

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Illustration of Acts 1:4 NLT

Illustration of Acts 1:4 NLT -- Once when [Jesus] was eating with [the disciples], he commanded them, "Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you the gift he promised, as I told you before."

Soon!

Illustration of Acts 1:5 MESSAGE

Illustration of Acts 1:5 MESSAGE -- [Jesus said,] "John baptized in water; you will be baptized in the Holy Spirit. And soon."

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