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The Father’s Divine Plan of Redemption: Sending the Holy Ghost to Call, Convict, and Transform Billions of Sinners Throughout the Entire World.

This Bible study explores God's eternal purpose to redeem humanity, focusing on the pivotal role of the Holy Ghost in calling, convicting, and transforming individuals worldwide. It delves into the nature of God, the process of new birth, and the empowered life of a believer.

1. The One God and His Redemptive Purpose

1.1 The Singularity of God

Verses: Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Isaiah 44:6, 8
  • God is one Lord, and there is no other.
  • He is the only God and the only Savior.
  • There is none like Him, nor any God beside Him.

1.2 God's Eternal Plan for Humanity

Verses: Ephesians 1:4-5; Romans 8:29-30; 2 Timothy 1:9
  • Chosen in Him before the foundation of the world.
  • Predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son.
  • Called according to His own purpose and grace.

1.3 The Manifestation of God for Redemption

Verses: John 1:1, 14; 1 Timothy 3:16; Colossians 2:9
  • God was manifest in the flesh to redeem mankind.
  • All the fullness of the Godhead dwells bodily in Christ.
  • The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.

2. The Holy Ghost: God's Spirit in Action

2.1 The Holy Ghost as the Spirit of God

Verses: Genesis 1:2; Job 33:4; Psalm 139:7; Acts 5:3-4
  • The Spirit of God is the active presence and power of God.
  • Lying to the Holy Ghost is lying directly to God.
  • The Spirit of God is omnipresent and eternal.

2.2 The Holy Ghost Sent by the Father through Jesus

Verses: John 14:26; John 15:26; John 16:7; Acts 2:33
  • The Father sends the Comforter in Jesus' name.
  • Jesus sends the Spirit of truth from the Father.
  • Jesus received the promise of the Holy Ghost from the Father and poured it out.

2.3 The Holy Ghost as the Spirit of Christ

Verses: Romans 8:9-10; Galatians 4:6; Philippians 1:19
  • To have the Spirit of God is to have the Spirit of Christ.
  • God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into our hearts.
  • The supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ empowers believers.

3. The Call to Repentance and New Birth

3.1 The Holy Ghost Convicts of Sin

Verses: John 16:8; Acts 2:37; Hebrews 4:12
  • The Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.
  • The Word of God, empowered by the Spirit, pricks hearts.
  • Conviction leads to an awareness of the need for salvation.

3.2 Repentance: Turning from Sin to God

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19; Luke 13:3
  • Repentance is a change of mind and direction, turning from sin.
  • It is a prerequisite for the remission of sins.
  • Without repentance, spiritual perishing is inevitable.

3.3 Water Baptism in Jesus' Name for Remission of Sins

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 19:5; Colossians 2:12
  • Baptism in the name of Jesus Christ is for the remission of sins.
  • It signifies burial with Christ and resurrection to new life.
  • This act of obedience identifies believers with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.

3.4 Receiving the Holy Ghost with the Evidence of Tongues

Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:6; Mark 16:17
  • Believers are filled with the Holy Ghost, speaking with other tongues.
  • This experience is a fulfillment of prophecy and a sign to believers.
  • It is the initial, outward evidence of the Spirit's indwelling.

4. Transformation and Empowered Living

4.1 The Holy Ghost as the Indwelling Presence

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:16; 1 Corinthians 6:19; Romans 8:11
  • The believer's body becomes the temple of the Holy Ghost.
  • The Spirit of God dwells within those who believe.
  • This indwelling Spirit gives life and power.

4.2 Guidance and Leading by the Spirit

Verses: Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:18; John 16:13
  • Those led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.
  • The Spirit of truth guides believers into all truth.
  • Walking in the Spirit frees from the bondage of the flesh.

4.3 Producing the Fruit of the Spirit

Verses: Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 5:9; Philippians 1:11
  • The Spirit cultivates divine character traits in believers.
  • The fruit includes love, joy, peace, and other virtues.
  • This fruit is evidence of a transformed life in Christ.

4.4 Empowerment for Witnessing and Service

Verses: Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Romans 12:6-8
  • Believers receive power when the Holy Ghost comes upon them to be witnesses.
  • The Spirit bestows diverse spiritual gifts for the edification of the body.
  • These gifts enable effective service and ministry in the world.