Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is a part of the Trinity which includes the Father, God, and the son, Jesus Christ. Although the exact nature of the Trinity cannot be comprehended by the human mind, we can trust what Scripture tells us about each of the parts. The Holy Spirit has many roles, and was sent to us after Jesus ascended to heaven. The Holy Spirit fills us with power from on high, helping us to serve the Lord every single day. There are unique gifts associated with the Holy Spirit, all of which serve to bring glory to God’s name and bring people into personal relationship with Jesus.

Scriptures on Holy Spirit

1 Cor. 14:4

He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church.

Acts 1:8

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

Acts 19:2

He said unto them, "Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?" They answered, "No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit."

Acts 2:4

All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.

Eph 5:18

Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.

Eph. 1:13

And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.

Isaiah 28:12

to whom he said, “This is the resting place, let the weary rest"; and, "This is the place of repose"— but they would not listen.

Joel 2:28–29

“And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days.

Luke 11:13

If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!"

Prayer

Take this prayer and make it your own.

“Lord, I want to know you! I want to know your heart and your ways! Fill me with the Holy Spirit! I want to know you in a deep and personal way. I want to be filled with the knowledge of your love and your presence with me. I want to know the things that you care about! Holy Spirit, show me any area of my life that gets in the way of my relationship with you. Please use me and work through me to help other people and change others' lives. Please give me the words to speak to them. Use me as an instrument to accomplish your will on earth. Fill me with the Holy Spirit and start changing my heart to become more and more like you. Let my life be characterized by the fruit of your Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control. Thank you, Lord, for who you are and for your goodness. Amen!”

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