The New Testament sets the expectation that the indwelling of the Holy Spirit normally coincides with baptism. However, Acts records a few key exceptions. In this episode, we explore two of these exceptions: the Samaritans and Cornelius' household. Why did the Spirit delay for one group and arrive early for the other? We examine the possible reasons, from Peter's role in opening the kingdom to overcoming deep-seated biases between Jews, Samaritans, and Gentiles. Understanding these moments helps us see how the Spirit worked to unify the early church. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll explore a third unique case!

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