About this episode
The book of Acts doesn’t invite the Church into endless arguments about the Holy Spirit—it invites us to see His work, seek His power, and walk in His purpose. In Acts 8, Philip (a former table-waiter) becomes a Spirit-empowered evangelist in Samaria, demons flee, the lame are healed, and an entire city fills with
joy. But Acts 8 also warns us: spiritual power can attract people who want the gifts without the God who gives them. Simon the magician is baptized, impressed, and hungry for the “power”—yet Peter exposes the real issue: a heart that isn’t right before God. In this episode, we tackle the debates many Christians get stuck in (cessationism, secondary experiences of the Spirit, “being right” vs being filled) and we bring it back to what Acts shows us: the Holy Spirit brings joy, unity, power, and heart transformation—so the gospel can move forward. If you’re a longtime believer, a new Christian, or someone tired of church fighting, this is for you: don’t debate the Holy Spirit. Seek Him. Ask for His filling. Let Him change your heart. And watch what He does in your world. Subscribe for weekly Acts teaching + worldview conversations: youtube.com/thedeependtv 📌 More Resources: 🔵 Website: https://TimHatchLive.com 🔵 Join our membership community: patreon.com/timhatchlive 🔵 Get Pastor Tim’s book: https://EndingEmptiness.com 📲 Follow on Social: 🔵 Facebook: / timhatchlive 🔵 Instagram: / timhatchlive 🔵 X/Twitter: / timhatchlive 🔵 YouTube: / timhatchlive ✅ Our Podcasts: 🔵 The Deep End – Weekly faith, politics, and culture. Mondays 7:30 PM EST. 🔵 Deep Dive Bible Study – Devotional teaching. Wednesdays 7:30 PM EST. 🔵 10 Questions with Tim – Live Q&A. First Thursdays at Noon EST. 👉 Ask Anything: ask@timhatchlive.com 💥 Partner with us: https://timhatchlive.com/support ✳ 20% of all giving is tithed back to The American Bible Society and Project Rescue. ✅ Watch More: https://timhatchlive.com ✅ Books & Swag: https://store.timhatchlive.com ✅ Rumble: https://timhatchlive.com/rumble
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