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On the day of Pentecost, Peter told the people that if they stopped sinning, repented, asked forgiveness from God, and received baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, they would "receive the gift of the Holy Spirit" (2:38; see also 19:1–7).
As Cornelius and his household listened to Peter's message, they received the Holy Spirit just like the Jews had earlier. This event confirmed again that God did not favor one group over another (10:34–35). This event is similar to the day of Pentecost in Jerusalem (2:1–47). It shows that the power of the Holy Spirit now came to the Gentiles as well (1:8; 2:39).
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Peter: Apostle of Jesus, leader in the early church
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Baptism of the Spirit Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of the Acts of the Apostles Centurion Circumcision Cleanness and Uncleanness, Regulations Concerning Cornelius Family Life and Relations Gospel Jerusalem Council Jesus Christ Joppa Judaizers Nations Peter, the Apostle Spirit of God
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Baptism of the Holy Spirit Baptism with the Holy Spirit: The Word of God Instrumental To Catholicity: Inculcated Charism: An Inspired Gift, Bestowed on the Apostles and Early Christians Family: Religion of The Gentiles: First Special Introduction of the Gospel To Holy Spirit: General Scriptures Concerning Language: Power of Speaking Different: Followed Receiving the Gospel Miracles: Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated on Preaching the Gospel Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated: Upon the Preaching of the Gospel The Gift of the Holy Spirit: Given: To the Gentiles The Heathen: The Holy Spirit Poured out Upon