The Holy Spirit Within Us

Dean Ernzen
 

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It has been said a number of times in our group that one of the ways we are different, as Christians, is we have the Holy Spirt in us.

Who is the Holy Spirit?

Paraclete - PAR'ACLETE, noun [Gr. to call.] Properly, an advocate; one called to aid or support; hence, the consoler, comforter or intercessor, a term applied to the Holy Spirit. (1828 Noah Webster’s Dictionary)

The Holy Spirit is understood as God’s active presence in the world and within believers, guiding, empowering, and sanctifying them. The Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force but a divine person, equal with the Father and the Son, possessing intellect, emotion, and will.

1 Thessalonians 5:23 ESV

Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

He speaks to us, spirit to spirit.

Q: What has been your experience “hearing” the Holy Spirit when He speaks to you, spirit to spirit?

Q: Have you thought about all the ways the Holy Spirit is engaged with your life?

Below is a list of 33 things that the Holy Spirit does that was compiled by Pastor Bob at GCC.  Let’s read each one and discuss your thoughts and reactions.

1. He Helps Us (Romans 8:26)
2. He Guides Us (John 16:13)
3. He Teaches Us (John 14:26)
4. He Speaks (Revelation 2:7) -
5. He Reveals (1 Corinthians 2:10 and John 16:13)*
6. He Instructs (Acts 8:29)
7. He Testifies of Jesus (John 15:26)
8. He Comforts Us (Acts 9:31)
9. He Calls Us (Acts 13:2)
10. He Fills Us (Acts 4:31)
11. He Strengthens Us (Ephesians 3:16)
12. He Prays For Us (Romans 8:26)
13. He Prophesies Through Us (Revelation 22:17)
14. He Bears Witness To The Truth (Romans 9:1)
15. He Brings Joy (1 Thessalonians 1:6)
16. He Brings Freedom (2 Corinthians 3:17)
17. He Helps To Obey (1 Peter 1:22)
18. He Calls For Jesus’ Return (Revelation 22:17)
19. He Transforms Us (2 Corinthians 3:18)
20. He Lives In Us (1 Corinthians 3:16)
21. He Frees Us (Romans 8:2)
22. He Renews Us (Titus 3:5)
23. He Produces Fruit In Us (Galatians 5:22-23)
24. He Gives Gifts (1 Corinthians 12:8-10)
25. He Leads Us (Romans 8:14)
26. He Convicts (John 16:8)
27. He Sanctifies Us (2 Thessalonians 2:13)
28. He Empowers Us (Acts 1:8)
29. He Unites Us (Ephesians 4:3-4)
30. He Seals Us (Ephesians 1:13)
31. He Gives Us Access To The Father (Ephesians 2:18)
32. He Enables Us To Wait (Galatians 5:5)
33. He Casts Out Demons (Matthew 12:28)