Leonard Ravenhill reflects on the profound practice of laying on of hands, a tradition he learned from his father, a devout believer in the Bible. He emphasizes the significance of this act in imparting blessings, healing, and spiritual empowerment, showcasing the deep faith and conviction that accompanies such a practice. Ravenhill's message encourages believers to embrace this biblical principle as a means of connecting with God's power and grace.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the scripture from Ephesians 4:7-16. He emphasizes the importance of understanding our calling and the distribution of gifts given by Christ. The speaker mentions how in the early days of the New Testament, the apostles would lay hands on believers to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit. He challenges the listeners to examine if their ministry is resulting in an increase of Christ in their lives. The speaker encourages the audience to be a ministry church, actively supplying and ministering to other parts of the body of Christ.

In this sermon, the speaker shares his experience of preaching the Gospel and witnessing God's work. He talks about how he prayed for healing for hundreds of people who stood up during the service. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of showing love to others and sharing the message of Jesus. He concludes by mentioning that he was asked to share what makes him "tick" and decides to share his testimony to explain his faith.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the truth of God's word and its impact on our lives. They reference the story of a mother in the Bible who questioned why there was conflict within her, highlighting the struggle between our fleshly desires and our spiritual nature. The speaker explains that Jesus laid down his life not only as an atonement for sin, but also so that we can have access to a glorious life in him. They emphasize the need to go to the root of the matter and deal with the truth in order to find healing, deliverance, and a deeper experience with the Holy Spirit. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and treating each person of the Trinity (God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost) as God in their own right.

David Shelby Corlett delves into the work and place of the Holy Spirit before and after His official advent on the day of Pentecost. He explains how the Holy Spirit has always been active in the world, from creation to the Old Testament period, preparing special messengers and working in the life and ministry of Jesus. Corlett emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit's manifestation and indwelling following Pentecost, highlighting the transformation and empowerment experienced by the disciples and early believers. He discusses various instances in the Acts of the Apostles where different groups received the Baptism with the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of this second crisis experience for regenerated believers.

Thomas Cook preaches on the significance of receiving the baptism of the Holy Ghost, emphasizing that it includes entire cleansing from sin and is synonymous with entire sanctification. The Holy Spirit is the indispensable agent in producing spiritual life and renewal, filling believers with Divine love and excluding evil. While all Christians possess the Holy Spirit, being filled with the Spirit is a distinct experience that brings light, power, and love. The Apostolic Church's fullness of the Spirit serves as a model for Christians today, encouraging them to seek and expect the Spirit's fullness as a present experience.

Charles Ewing Brown preaches on the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the experiences of believers in the ancient church who were baptized and received the Holy Ghost through the laying on of hands. The sermon delves into various instances in the New Testament where believers were baptized with the Holy Spirit, highlighting the evidence of their prior conversion and regeneration. Brown discusses the significance of the disciples' journey towards sanctification and the need for believers to experience the second crisis of Spirit baptism for a deeper connection with God.

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of understanding the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the purpose of miracles in the establishment of Christianity. He emphasizes that while miracles were necessary to confirm the truth of God's Word during the Apostolic age, the true importance lies in the inward gifts of the Spirit that believers receive. Newman explains the significance of Apostolic authority, the continuity of God's gifts in the Church, and the dangers of schism and heresy. He clarifies the historical context of the Church of England and its position as the original Apostolic Church in the region, highlighting the importance of unity and obedience to Church authority.

Paris Reidhead preaches on the importance of fellowship in the fullness of the Holy Spirit, using Acts 8:5-25 as a background. He emphasizes the need to preach Christ in all aspects of ministry, ensuring that the focus is on exalting the Lord Jesus. Reidhead highlights the responsibility of every believer to share Christ with others and to actively seek the fullness of the Spirit in their lives. He underscores the significance of church leadership in guiding and nurturing believers towards a deeper relationship with God, emphasizing the communal aspect of spiritual growth and the importance of personal appropriation of the Holy Spirit.

G.B. Cashwell reports Pentecost spreading in the South, with miraculous healings, speaking in tongues, and angelic encounters. In San Francisco, conversions, sanctifications, and divine baptisms are occurring, including a Catholic, Baptist preacher, and a German lady receiving the Holy Ghost. In Oakland, soldiers are experiencing Pentecost, with powerful manifestations of God's presence and speaking in tongues.