Q&A for How to Receive the Holy Spirit (Per the Bible)

Spiritual growth is the path of transformation toward maturity in knowing and obeying Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit indwells a follower of Jesus Christ in order to grow spiritual fruit. The Holy Bible provides written material to understand and obey the will of God. Jesus commissioned every one of His followers to make more followers: multiplication.

It could! You might experience tears of joy, sadness, gratitude, desperation, or any other strong emotion while praying to God, and this could very well be a sign that the Holy Spirit is moving in you.

You don't have to be able to speak in tongues to be saved. Most people aren't able to do this! It doesn't have any bearing on whether you are truly saved.

Some very strict sects of Christianity may take issue with dyeing your hair, but their opposition is not Biblically sound.

Yes! No sin is too big to come back from. Just confess what you've done to all affected parties and to God, ask for forgiveness, and try to do better in the future. The people you have hurt may struggle to forgive or move on, but if you're really sorry, your relationship with God will still be strong.

It's possible that after the emotional highs brought on by the newness of converting have dissipated, you've realized the Christian faith isn't actually for you, and that's OK. But it could just be a lull, which is normal and something all Christians experience! It can be easy to feel close to God and strong in your faith when you're at church or around other believers, but getting back to the Real World can make you feel...a little deflated. This doesn't mean your faith is gone or fake. Emotions ebb and flow, and while strong emotions can make you feel more confident in your beliefs, the reality of your salvation doesn't go away just because you stop feeling those emotions. Continue to practice your faith and study the Bible and the history of the religion, continue to commune with other believers, continue to do good in the world and to love everyone, and soon enough, you'll feel close to the Lord again. (And then you may feel far away again, and then you'll feel close again.) If you suspect the church itself brought on these low feelings, it's possible you just didn't quite mesh with that church, and you'd feel more comfortable in another one. Don't be afraid to explore many churches until you find one that fits you!

Jesus says to stay away from worldly things and evil and corrupt things, because our minds are like sponges. I find in my faith, I prefer to stay away from corrupted views and humble myself with simple things. I hope you can always feel humble and kind. Don’t let the world get to you, wear the armor of God always. You should be fine if you do these things.

God doesn't hate you, I promise. On the contrary, he loves you unconditionally. If you're having spiritual problems, I highly recommend you speak to a priest, pastor, etc., and/or pray to God for guidance.

The Holy Ghost is an intercessor, and He helps you when praying. The Holy Spirit is a comforter, reminding you of the important things you must do, and also guides you to walk in truth.

You don't necessarily have to leave your old life and friends. You could try to show them the new you and share the message of your faith with them. Maybe you could help someone else find the Holy Spirit. If they don't accept you for who you are, try getting involved at church and/or youth groups and meet some new people there.

Jesus promised the disciples that when they received the comforter (The Holy Spirit) that He would abide with them forever. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 it says "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." This principle holds true today. Turn away from your sin and seek Jesus with a humble heart and He will welcome you back.

Christian teaching says that sex is permitted only within a marriage. If that's not what you mean, then you can see your girlfriend as much as she wants. If you have sins you sincerely regret, confess them to God and repent by not repeating them. He will forgive you.

God will always listen to your prayer, even before you have been baptized.

No the holy spirit it is already in you, on you, with you. To activate it try praying and studying the word of GOD.

Only you can block yourself. You may be holding onto some things or not fully submitting yourself. Pray to God and ask that he empty you of anything (any ways, thoughts, habits, feelings) that are unlike him, so that you may be filled with his precious and loving spirit.

The Holy Spirit intercedes for believers in ways that He pleads our concerns to the heavenly Father. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. The Holy Spirit guides believers into truth. The Holy Spirit convicts the world of guilt. The Holy Spirit comforts us in times of affliction and hardship. The Holy Spirit cleanses, sanctifies and justifies us. The Holy Spirit restrains evil. The Holy Spirit refreshes us daily with hope and love. The Holy Spirit reminds us of important things we forget.

If you submit completely to God and ask that he fill you with the holy spirit then you will feel the power of God inside you.

Tell them to not lose hope. God works in ways you could not possibly imagine, and he will work in them in wonderful ways as well. Tell them to ask God how to do His will, and tell them to ask God for the Holy Spirit to comfort them in their time of need. On an optional note, tell them to pray for guidance in the restoration and building of faith if they are having difficulties in this area. God bless.

If it feels right, yes. You have perceived something very important. In the Bible, there are many examples of people getting baptized once they understand the message of the gospel and choose to repent and be baptized for themselves.

No, you definitely don't have to shake as a sign of receiving the Holy Spirit.

It doesn't matter if you keep your eyes open or closed -- God will hear you either way.

You will feel it as God's power moves through you.

Yes. The Bible says, "Ask and you shall be given, knock and the door shall be open, seek and you shall find." We need to still seek to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

It's up to you, but I think it would be better to focus on prayer, reflection, and reading your Bible in order to feel the Holy Spirit.

Many people are not ready because they would prefer to live a worldly life. Once we hear, we are held accountable for our actions, and some may find this inconvenient.

God always answers prayers. Sometimes He says yes, sometimes no, and sometimes He says wait. Be patient and open.

Ask and pray for God's grace and forgiveness and you will receive it.

No, the Bible tells us that the holy spirit will never leave you, you just need to repent for your sins.

Luke 11:13: "If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him!" All you have to do is ask God in faith with all your heart to baptize you in the Holy Spirit, and let the spirit of God speak through you. If you don't speak immediately, don't give up. Just keep asking him in faith till it happens.

God is not a mail order service. To communicate with him you need to listen; listen into your innermost self in silence and in prayer. You need not say anything, he knows your concerns. He loves you and he just wants you to be with him.