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Confirmation’s significance is rooted deeply in Scripture. For instance, the events in Acts 8:14-17 illustrate how the apostles laid hands on individuals who had received baptism, conferring the Holy Spirit as a means of strengthening their faith. Another instance can be found in Acts 19:5-6, where the Holy Spirit comes upon those baptized after the laying on of hands.
In John 14:17, Jesus reassures his followers of the Holy Spirit’s unending presence, promising it as a vital aid in their journeys. This empowerment resonates with 1 Peter 2:9, reminding all believers of their calling to act as a royal priesthood—a collective group offering praises to God.