BibleThinker The Theology of the Holy Spirit Explained and Defended
May 31, 2021
Dive into the profound nature of the Holy Spirit, exploring His personhood and divine role in the Trinity. Discover how scripture affirms the Spirit’s active presence as guide and comforter, addressing misconceptions from various faiths. Unpack the Holy Spirit's attributes like omniscience and omnipresence, and trace His journey from Old Testament foreshadowing to New Testament fulfillment. Learn about His transformative power in believers' lives, emphasizing the importance of recognizing ourselves as the temple of the Holy Spirit.
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Neglected Person Of The Trinity
- The Holy Spirit is often the least discussed person of the Trinity despite being clearly taught in Scripture.
- Mike Winger warns Christians to re-examine Scripture rather than rely on tradition or authority alone.
Bad Arguments Against Personhood
- Claims that the Spirit is impersonal (because Greek 'spirit' is neuter or because of 'baptized in the Spirit') are weak and inconsistent with Scripture.
- Association with power doesn't negate personhood, since God is powerful and personal.
Jesus Promises A Relational Helper
- Jesus promises another Helper who will come after His departure and be ‘with you forever,’ highlighting relational presence.
- The Greek distinction (allos vs heteros) implies the Spirit is another of the same kind as Jesus, supporting personhood.