The Gift Of The Holy Ghost

 Jesus taught that in order to enter into the kingdom of God we must be baptized by water and of the Spirit. Baptism by the spirit means that our baptism must be followed by receiving the Gift of the Holy Ghost. If we fail to do this, the baptism is incomplete. It is only when we receive baptism and the gift of the Holy Ghost that can we receive a remission of our sins and become completely spiritually reborn.

 "In this busy, tumultuous, and noisy world, it is not like a wind, it is not like a fire, it is not like an earthquake; but it is a still, small, but a very discernible voice, and it causes a throbbing heart.."- Richard C. Edgley

  The power of the Holy Ghost is different from the gift of the Holy Ghost. The power or influence of the Spirit can be felt among anyone. For example - before baptism, a person can feel the influence of the Holy Ghost from time to time and through that influence can receive a testimony of the truth. The gift of the Holy Ghost only comes through the laying on of hands through the proper priesthood authority. After receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, a person has the right to the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost if he or she keeps the commandments and remains worthy. 
  The Holy Ghost is the third member of the Godhead. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have bodies of flesh and bone, but the Holy Ghost is a personage of spirit. He is often referred to as the Spirit, the Holy Spirit, the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of God, the Spirit of the Lord, or the Comforter. The Holy Ghost works in perfect unity with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, fulfilling several roles to help us live righteously and receive the blessings of the gospel. 
  Its main purpose is to testify of Christ and helps us recognize the truth. He provides spiritual strength and helps us do what is right. He comforts us during times of trial or sorrow. He warns us of spiritual or physical danger. The Holy Ghost provides the power by which we teach and learn. The gift of the Holy Ghost is one of our Heavenly Father’s most precious gifts. Through the power of the Holy Ghost we can feel God’s love and direction for us. This gift is a foretaste of eternal joy and a promise of eternal life. 

 The Holy Ghost is not a loud voice, but it speaks quietly to us. Therefore, we must be constantly seeking for its promptings. Richard C. Edgley said, "In this busy, tumultuous, and noisy world, it is not like a wind, it is not like a fire, it is not like an earthquake; but it is a still, small, but a very discernible voice, and it causes a throbbing heart."
  The priesthood authority needed to perform this ordinance, which was lost centuries ago through apostasy, was restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith. Only through membership in the Church can one receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. This authority makes the Church different from any other religion in the world.