The Holy Spirits part in our salvation: A. We must be born of & made alive by the Spirit: *Jn.16:8,9*[The Holy Spirit reproves & convicts men of their sin] *Jn.3:5-8*Except a man be born of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God *Jn.6:63*It is the Spirit that quickeneth (gives life) *Tit.3:5*He saved us by the washing of regeneration, & renewing of the Holy Ghost *(See also 2Thes.2:13 ; Eph.2:1 ) B. A measure of Gods Spirit is given to us when were saved: *2Cor.1:22*Who hath sealed us, & given us the earnest (deposit) of the Spirit *Eph.1:13,14*After ye believed, ye were sealed with the Holy Spirit *Eph.4:30*The Holy Spirit, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption C. The Holy Spirit assures us that we are saved: *Rom.8:16*Spirit beareth witness that we are children of God *1Jn.3:24b*We know He abideth in us, by the Spirit *1Jn.4:13*Hereby know we that...He (dwelleth) in us, because He hath given us of His Spirit D. The Holy Spirit testifies Jesus is the truth; Blasphemy against the Spirit means rejecting the Spirits witness: *Jn.15:26*The Spirit of truth...shall testify of Me (Jesus) *Jn.16:14*He (the Spirit) shall glorify Me *Mk.3:28,29*He that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness (See also Mat.12:31-32 ) 2. The baptism (or overflowing) of the Holy Spirit: A. Jesus gives us the Holy Spirit: *Mat.3:11*He (Jesus) shall baptise you with the Holy Ghost *Lk.24:49*I send the promise of My Father upon you ...ye [shall] be endued (clothed) with power from on high *Jn.7:38,39*Out of his belly flow rivers of living water... the Spirit *Jn.14:16*I will pray the Father & He shall give you (a) Comforter *Jn.16:7*I will send Him (the Comforter) unto you *Acts 2:1-4*[Spirit poured out on Christians on day of Pentecost] B. When Christians receive the baptism of the Spirit: *Acts 8:15-17*[Samaritans baptised with the Spirit after salvation] *Acts 19:2*Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? They said, We have not *Acts 10:44-46*[Cornelius household was filled with the Holy Spirit at thesame time they received Jesus] C. Receiving the Holy Spirit: *Acts 19:1,2*Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? *Lk.11:9-13*If ye know how to give good gifts...how much more shall (God) give Holy Spirit to them that ask Him? *1Cor.6:19*Your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost (See also 1Cor.3:16) *Eph.5:18b*Be filled with the Spirit D. The Spirit is often given by laying on of hands: *Acts 8:15-17*[Peter & John laid hands on the Samaritan believers] *Acts 19:6*[Paul laid hands on the Ephesian believers] 3. The purpose of the Holy Spirit baptism: A. The Holy Spirit anoints us with power to witness: *Acts 1:8*Ye shall receive power after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you & ye shall be witnesses unto Me *Lk.4:18*The Spirit of the Lord hath anointed me to preach the gospel (See also Isa.61:1,2 ) *Jn.15:26*The Spirit of truth...shall testify of Me (Jesus) *Acts 4:29,31*They were filled with the Holy Ghost & spake the Word of God with boldness *Acts 5:32*Ye are His witnesses, & so is also the Holy Ghost *Mic.3:8*I am full of power by the Spirit of the Lord...to declare to Israel his sin B. Transforms us into a new person: *1Sam.10:6*The Spirit will come upon thee, and thou shalt...be turned into another man *Psa.51:10-13*[Creates a clean heart & a right spirit] C. Gives us a closer relationship with Jesus: *Eph.5:18,19*Be filled with the Spirit...singing & making melody in your heart to the Lord *(See also Jn.14:16-18 ) D. Minding the things of the Spirit brings life & peace: *Rom.8:5-7*They that are after the Spirit mind things of the Spirit *Gal.5:16,17*Walk in the Spirit, & ye shall not fulfil lust of the flesh E. The Spirit brings forth virtues in our lives: *Gal.5:22,23*The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace [etc.] *Rom.5:5*The love of God is shed in our hearts by Holy Ghost *Rom.14:17*Righteousness & peace & joy in the Holy Ghost *Rom.15:13*Abound in hope through power of the Holy Ghost *1Cor.12:4-11*[The Spirit gives us different kinds of spiritual gifts] F. The Holy Spirit comforts us: *Jn.14:16,26*The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost *Jn.16:7*I will send (the Comforter) unto you *Acts 9:31b*Walking in the comfort of the Holy Ghost *Rom.8:1*There is no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk...after the Spirit *1Pet.4:14*If ye be reproached, happy are ye; for the Spirit of God resteth upon you G. The Holy Spirit & prayer: *Rom.8:26,27*We know not what we should pray for...but the Spirit maketh intercession for us according to will of God *Jude 20*Building up yourselves...praying in the Holy Ghost H. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of truth: *Jn.16:13b*When the Spirit of truth is come, He will guide you into all truth *1Jn.5:6b*The Spirit beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth *(See also Jn.14:17a ; 15:26 ; 16:13a .) 4. Gifts of the Holy Spirit: A. The Spirit gives us wisdom & guidance: *Mk.13:11*It is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost *Lk.12:11,12*The Holy Ghost shall teach you...what ye ought to say *Jn.14:26b*Holy Ghost shall teach you all things & bring all things to your remembrance (See also 1Jn.2:27 ) *Jn.16:13a*The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth *1Cor.2:9,10*God hath revealed them to us by His Spirit...yea, the deep things of God *1Cor.2:12*We have received the Spirit that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God *1Cor.2:13*We speak words which the Holy Ghost teacheth *1Cor.12:8*[The Spirit gives word of wisdom, word of knowledge] *Eph.1:17*May God give you the spirit of wisdom & revelation *2Tim.1:13,14*Hold fast sound words...keep by the Holy Ghost B. The Holy Spirit gives us the gift of prophecy: *1Cor.12:7a,10*To one is given by the Spirit...prophecy *Jn.16:13b*Spirit of truth will show you things to come *Acts 2:17,18*I will pour out of My Spirit...your sons & your daughters shall prophesy (See also Joel 2:28,29 .) *2Pet.1:21*Prophecy came...[when] men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost C. The Holy Spirit gives us discernment: *Isa.11:2,3*The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him...he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes *1Cor.2:12-15*[We have received the Spirit of God and can spiritually discern matters] *1Cor.12:10*[Gives gift of discernment of spirits] (Also 1Jn.4:1-6 ) D. The Spirit gives faith, healing & miracles: *1Cor.12:9*To another faith by the same Spirit; to another gifts ofhealing by same Spirit *1Cor.12:10*To another the working of miracles E. The Spirit leads & checks (restrains) us: *Acts 8:29*[Specific directions:] The Spirit said to Philip *Acts 16:6,7*[Restrains:] The Spirit suffered (permitted) them not *Rom.8:14*As many as are led by Spirit of God are sons of God *Isa.30:21*[Spirit says:] This is the way; walk ye in it F. The gift of tongues: *Acts 2:1-4*Spoke with other tongues as Spirit gave them utterance *1Cor.12:10*To another interpretation of tongues (See 1Cor.14:13 ) *1Cor.12:10,11*To another diverse kinds of tongues...all these worketh the Spirit *1Cor.13:1*Speak with the tongues of men & of angels *1Cor.14:2*He that speaketh in an unknown tongue...in the Spirit he speaketh mysteries *1Cor.14:4*He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth (strengthens) himself G. Gods Spirit strengthens us: *Eph.3:16*Be strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man *(See also Judg.14:6,19 ; 15:14,15 about Samson.) 5. Freedom of the Holy Spirit: *2Cor.3:17b*Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty *Rom.8:2*The law of the Spirit...hath made me free from the law of sin & death *Rom.8:15*Ye have not received the spirit of bondage to fear, but the Spirit of adoption *Gal.5:18*If ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law *2Tim.1:7*God hath (given) us the Spirit of power, of love & of a sound mind 6. The Holy Spirit inspires unity of believers: *Acts 4:31,32*They were all filled with the Holy Ghost...& the multitude were of one heart, & of one soul *1Cor.12:13*By the Spirit are we all baptized into one body *2Cor.13:14*The communion of the Holy Ghost be with you all 7. Other points about the ministry of the Spirit: *Acts 8:17-20*[The Holy Spirit cannot be bought; its a gift] *Acts 20:28*Feed the flock...Holy Ghost hath made you overseers *Rom.8:11*He shall quicken (make alive, resurrect) your bodies by His Spirit that dwelleth in you 8. Obeying the Holy Spirit: A. The Holy Spirit is given to the obedient: *Pro.1:23*Turn at My reproof, I will pour out My Spirit unto you *Acts 5:32*The Holy Ghost, Whom God hath given to them that obey Him B. Obey the Spirit once you are Spirit-filled: *Gal.5:25*If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit *1Pet.1:22*Seeing that ye obey the truth through the Spirit... see that ye love one another *Rev.2:29*Hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches C. Warnings to obey the Spirit & not resist it: *Rom.8:5-6*[Living according to Spirit is life & peace; being carnally minded causes death] *1Cor.2:14*The natural (carnal) man receiveth not the things of the Spirit, for they are foolishness unto him *Eph.4:29,30*Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, grieve not the Holy Spirit *1Thes.5:19*Quench not the Spirit *Heb.3:7-10*The Holy Ghost saith, Harden not your hearts D. Results of resisting the Holy Spirit: *Gen.6:3a*My Spirit shall not always strive with man *Isa.63:10*They rebelled & vexed (grieved) His Holy Spirit, therefore He...fought against them *Acts 7:51-53*Ye do always resist the Holy Ghost [resulting in them persecuting the prophets & disobeying God] *Acts 20:22,23*[Paul ignored the Spirits warnings, resulting in impris onment & finally being beheaded--See also 21:10-14 ]
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