And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to
speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance (Acts 2:4).
On the day of
Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples of Jesus, and immediately
they began to speak in other tongues. Some of those outside began to mock them,
because the bible says “… he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not
unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he
speaketh mysteries” (1Corinthians 14:2).
When you speak in the other tongues, no man understands what
you are saying, because you are speaking to God.
However, the point
you should note is that the disciples spoke with tongues as the spirit gave
them utterance. The Living Bible says they “began speaking in languages they
didn’t know, for the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.” The Good News Bible
puts it this way: “they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to talk
in other languages, as the Spirit enabled them to speak.”
Whichever
translation you use, one thing is clear: it’s the Holy Spirit that gives us
ability to speak in other tongues. Contrary to what the skeptics say, it’s not
something you force out of your mouth or try to do; it’s the Holy Spirit that
enables you to do it. However, it’s important for you to know that though it’s the Holy Spirit who gives the
ability, you are the one who has to open your mouth in faith and speak those
tongues, as He gives you the ability. Hallelujah.
0 Comments