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The Holy Spirit

A study of the Holy Spirit's role in salvation and the life of the believer.

1. The Divine Nature and Work of the Spirit

1.1 The Spirit as God

Verses: Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 3:17
  • The Spirit is not merely an influence, but the very presence of God.
  • The Spirit is the power by which God accomplishes His will.

1.2 The Spirit's Work in Conviction

Verses: John 16:8; John 6:44
  • The Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.
  • The Spirit draws people to Christ.

2. Receiving the Spirit

2.1 The Essential Steps

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:44-48; Romans 6:3-4
  • Repentance is a turning away from sin and a turning toward God.
  • Water baptism by immersion is an act of obedience and identification with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, performed in Jesus' name.
  • The infilling of the Spirit is evidenced by speaking in other tongues.

3. The Spirit's Role in the Believer's Life

3.1 Empowerment for Holy Living and Service

Verses: Galatians 5:16; Acts 1:8
  • The Spirit empowers believers to live a holy life.
  • The Spirit enables believers to witness and minister effectively.

3.2 Guidance and Revelation

Verses: John 16:13; 1 Corinthians 2:10
  • The Spirit guides believers into all truth.
  • The Spirit reveals the deep things of God.

3.3 Spiritual Gifts

Verses: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Romans 12:6-8
  • The Spirit distributes gifts to believers for the edification of the church.
  • These gifts are diverse and should be used in love.

4. Walking in the Spirit

4.1 Prayer and Intercession

Verses: Romans 8:26-27; Ephesians 6:18
  • The Spirit helps us to pray according to God's will.
  • The Spirit intercedes for us with groanings that cannot be uttered.

4.2 Maintaining the Spirit's Presence

Verses: Ephesians 4:30; Ephesians 5:18
  • We must be careful not to grieve the Spirit through sin.
  • We must be filled with the Spirit continually.