Your question answered
1. Who is the Holy Spirit?
He is the Third Person of the holy Trinity, the Comforter, the Spirit of God, a Guide and the Creator.
The Holy Spirit is the One who puts an end to chaos and the One who has the power to mae us the dwelling place of the Almighty.
2. What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our life?
The Holy Spirit gives us God’s DNA, giving us the assurance that we are children of God.
He convicts us of our sins – making it impossible for us not to change. He breaks our hearts to bring us to repentance and offers us help to change.
3. What is the baptism of with Holy Spirit ?
It is the confirmation and assurance of God’s nature within us. An exchange. Of the old creature for a new one and receiving a divine nature.
The main proof of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, is the personal testimony of a person’s character.
4. How do I receive the Holy Spirit ?
Whoever wants to be baptised in the Holy Spirit, has to first be born of God – become His property and temple, before He can dwell in them.
It requires simplicity of faith:
“But when they believed Philip as he preached the things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, both men and women were baptised” (Acts 8:12) NKJV
Many want to embellish the Word and the baptism of the Holy Spirit, but the only requirement a person needs is to have faith and a hunger and desire to receive the Holy Spirit.
5. What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit ?
‘There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of activities, but it is the same God who works all in all. But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues.” (1 Corinthians 12:4-10)
The Holy Spirit is the source of all gifts, which are the gifts from God, so that we can serve Him.
6. What is the fruit of the Holy Spirit ?
The Holy Spirit is invisible and untouchable, but he manifests through those who have Him. So, knowing whether or not some has and is led by the Holy Spirit, We need to ensure our lives produce His fruit.
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23)
This fruit comes from God alone. Only He can enable us to overcome ourselves, to overcome the daily conflict we face with our nature that always insists on turing towards evil.
7. How can I recognise voice of the Holy Spirit ?
Every day, we hear voices. Whether they come from other people or from the Spirit of God, they all have one aim: to influence us to choose good or evil.
Many voices may have good intentions, but due to their origin, they end up leading us astray. Others are intent on evil from the start. There is only one Voice that is purely good: the Voice that comes from the mouth of God.
It speaks through the Written Word or through those in whom rivers of Living Water flow.
Rivers of Living Water are words of faith, encouragement, awakening, courage, revival — everything that lifts the fallen, resurrects the dead, and brings life where once there was death.
To truly absorb them, however, we must flee from the other voices and fix both our physical and spiritual gaze on the written Word.
8. Why do I need the Holy Spirit ?
We need the Holy Spirit for several important reasons. Firstly, it provides us with the assurance of our soul’s eternal salvation and the certainty that God — the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ — has become our Father as well.
It also guarantees that one day we will be with Him forever. Only the Spirit of God within us can offer this assurance. The Holy Spirit is not simply an option or a requirement to hold a church position such as member, assistant, pastor, or bishop. Rather, it is essential to becoming a member of the Body of Christ — that is, to be truly saved.
Furthermore, the Holy Spirit confirms that we are children of God. Since many Christians struggle with maintaining their faith, the Holy Spirit is also vital in keeping our faith alive.
9. Will the Fast of Daniel affect my ability to work if I use the internet?
If your work involves using the internet or social media, you may continue to do so. However, be sure to use them strictly for work-related tasks and avoid getting distracted by other things. Remember: the key is to stay focused, not allowing anything to divert your attention from the purpose of the Fast.
10. When does the Fast of Daniel begin and end?
The Fast of Daniel will take place from Sunday 22nd June to Sunday 13th July.
11. What should I watch during this period?
You can watch Christian movies and uplifting content available the Univer platform that will help you get closer to God. But be careful not to get caught up in entertainment. The aim of this purpose is for you to develop your personal relationship with God, by letting go of distractions, wrong attitudes and strengthening your communion with Him.
12. What should I eat during this period?
The Fast of Daniel is not a food-based fast. However, if you wish you can maintain a healthier diet during this period, you may choose to give up certain pleasurable foods as Daniel did if your health allows it.
Sanctification during the Fast of Daniel
During this period, the aim is to seek sanctification before God by distancing ourselves from anything that separates us from Him. The mentality that has dominated this world has led many to drift further away from His principles. And the Fast of Daniel goes against this, it offers a reset – a way for each person to reflect, let go of harmful influences, and restore within themselves the image and likeness of God.
