<p>Let's not forget that Jesus was baptized and the heavens opened up because He prayed.</p><p> </p><p>Jesus, who received the baptism of the Holy Spirit, repeatedly tells us to receive the Holy Spirit and be filled with the Holy Spirit. If we are not able to do so, can we truly say that we believe in Jesus?</p><p>Many people feel burdened by the idea of receiving the Holy Spirit and simply attend church. But attending church alone is not enough; we must receive the Holy Spirit and live as God's servants.</p><p> </p><p>Those who have been saved have such a story. And there are two forces that continue this story. One is the Word. By receiving the Word, we find our way. The second is receiving the vitality to walk the path we should go through prayer. The Holy Spirit is the one who gives us the vitality.</p><p> </p><p>Therefore, if one truly prays, if one is a person of God, they will indeed receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. And when one receives the baptism of the Holy Spirit, they know they have received the Holy Spirit and are led by the Holy Spirit.</p><p> </p><p><i>Excerpt from the sermon by Pastor Lee, June 27, 2024.</i></p><p><i>Luke 3:21-22</i></p>
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