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Paul’s Pentecost | Smith Wigglesworth Study Guide

Ananias laid hands on Saul, who regained his sight, was baptized, and soon began proclaiming Jesus.

A companion Bible study from Vince Baker Ministries

What happened when Saul was filled with the Holy Spirit?

Ananias laid hands on Saul, who regained his sight, was baptized, and soon began proclaiming Jesus.

Read the passage in context

The title points readers toward Saul’s encounter with the Spirit. Read Acts 9 beside Acts 22, where Paul later remembers Ananias and his commission.

From the passage to daily life

Ananias knew Saul’s reputation and needed courage to visit him. Saul’s story shows the Lord working through a disciple whose obedience could have looked risky and small.

Discussion and reflection

  1. What happened when Saul was filled with the Holy Spirit?

    Ananias laid hands on Saul, who regained his sight, was baptized, and soon began proclaiming Jesus.

  2. What does Ananias call Saul when he arrives?

    He calls him Brother Saul. The greeting gives concrete expression to the welcome Saul receives.

Put the study into practice

Read Acts 9:10–17 and consider one person your church may be slow to welcome.

Historical source · Faith That Prevails (Gospel Publishing House, 1938) · Open the archived message

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How Wigglesworth influenced Vince Baker

Vince Baker came to Christ on July 9 at age 17. For his July 26 birthday, his grandmother gave him Albert Hibbert’s Smith Wigglesworth: The Secret of His Power.

Vince recalls that God spoke to him as he read about Wigglesworth’s life and ministry. The book shaped his own walk with God and the way he teaches about faith, prayer, and yielding to the Holy Spirit.

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Quotes for further reflection

“I would rather have the Spirit of God on me for five minutes than to receive a million dollars.”
Smith Wigglesworth · On a related theme
“Even if God anointed you with a double portion of His Spirit, if you don’t have faith, it won’t do you a bit of good.”
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What happened when Saul was filled with the Holy Spirit?

Ananias laid hands on Saul, who regained his sight, was baptized, and soon began proclaiming Jesus.

What does Ananias call Saul when he arrives?

He calls him Brother Saul. The greeting gives concrete expression to the welcome Saul receives.