Question 7
(a) Describe the changes that took place in the life of the disciples after the descent of the Holy Spirit
(b) Identify three factors that can prevent a Christian from receiving the Holy Spirit
Observation
This question was less popular among the candidates and those who attempted it showed a weak mastery of this passage and their performance was below average. Candidates only pointed out that after the day of Pentecost, the disciples became bold. They however failed to point out the other activities which they engaged in like healing the sick and performing miracles and also the unity of oneness and fellowshipping together which made the disciple formidable.The B part was not a challenge to candidates as they were able to identify factors that prevent a Christian from receiving the Holy Spirit.Points candidates needed to have pointed out in the A part are;
A. CHANGES THAT TOOK PLACE IN THE LIFE OF THE DISCIPLES AFTER THE DESCENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (ACTS 2, 4)
- They spoke in tongues due to empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
- The disciples had a strong bond of fellowship.
- They became bold and courageous and did not fear the Jewish religious leaders.
- They devoted themselves to the apostle’s teachings.
- They broke bread together.
- They prayed together.
- They boldly talked about Jesus as the expected Messiah who had resurrected.
- They embarked on massive evangelism thereby winning many souls for Christ.
- They performed many signs and wonders which included healing the sick, raising the dead, etc.
- Many of them began to prophesy.