The Holy Spirit Comes

Acts 2:1–21

WHAT HAPPENED

On the day of Pentecost, God's people were together in one place. Suddenly, a sound from heaven filled the whole house, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. The Spirit helped them speak in other languages. Then Peter stood up and spoke to the people in Jerusalem. He told them to turn to Jesus, be baptized, and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

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All Together in One Place

The day of Pentecost had come. They were all together, united in one place. They were waiting there as God's people.

Acts 2:1

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A Sound From Heaven

All at once, a sound came from heaven. It sounded like a mighty rushing wind. The whole house where they were sitting was filled with that sound.

Acts 2:2

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Speaking New Languages

They were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they began to speak in other languages. The Spirit gave them the words to say.

Acts 2:4

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Peter Preaches

Peter stood up with the eleven and raised his voice. He spoke to the men of Judea and to all who lived in Jerusalem. He wanted them to know his words and listen carefully.

Acts 2:14

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Many Believe

Peter told the people to repent. He said each one should be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins. He also said they would receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Acts 2:38

MEMORY VERSE · New King James Version (NKJV)

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.””

Acts 1:8

WHAT WE LEARN

God kept His promise by giving the Holy Spirit to His people. The Holy Spirit helps people speak about Jesus. Jesus gives forgiveness, and God welcomes people who turn to Him.

DID YOU KNOW?

Pentecost was a special day when they were all together in one place.

TALK ABOUT IT

Where were they when this story began?
What filled the whole house?
Who helped them speak in other languages?
What did Peter tell the people to do?

PRAY ABOUT IT

Dear God, thank You for giving Your Holy Spirit. Please help us tell others about Jesus and trust Him with glad hearts. Amen.

📍 Where it happened: Jerusalem

CHARACTERS IN THIS STORY