Acts 8:17

“Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost.”

"Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." - Acts 8:17
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What does Acts 8:17 mean?

The Bible verse Acts 8:17 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." This verse comes from the book of Acts, which is the fifth book of the New Testament and serves as a continuation of the Gospel of Luke. Acts…

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The Bestowal of Power: A Journey into the Holy Spirit

Acts 8:17 proclaims, "Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." This powerful verse encapsulates a profound moment in the early Church, one that signals not only the transfer of spiritual empowerment but also our deeper communion with God through His…

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A Prayer for the Outpouring of the Holy Spirit

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, thanking You for the gift of Your Holy Spirit. We are reminded of the powerful moment described in Acts 8:17, where Your apostles laid hands on the new believers, and they received the Holy Ghost. As I reflect on this…

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