confirmation—a special anointing with the Holy Spirit—has its roots in Old Testament prophecy. Isaiah prophesied that the promised Messiah would be specially anointed with the Holy Spirit. The Hebrew word Messiah literally means "anointed one": "There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse‚ and a branch shall grow out of his roots. And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him‚ the spirit of wisdom and understanding‚ the spirit of counsel and might‚ the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord" (Is 11:12)
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THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN REGENERATION INTRODUCTION The words "born again" have been cheapened today by many in religion. Satan is a master at redefining Bible terms; therefore‚ it behooves us to have a clear understanding of the Scriptural meaning of these words. Let’s consider what the Bible teaches about being "regenerated" or "born again." I. THE NECESSITY OF THE NEW BIRTH A. OUR LORD CLEARLY REVEALED THAT REGENERATION WAS NECESSARY TO SALVATION (Jn. 3:3‚ 5). 1. Before a man
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The interceding of the Holy Spirit is one of the benefits of salvation. Because of the nature of mankind even when they are saved there still exists a spiritual conflict in the body. Hence this makes the indwelling of the Holy Spirit important. This paper will concentrate on the interceding work of the Holy Spirit for believers. The interceding work of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers comes as a result of man’s weakness. Dr. Wallace states that in Romans 8:26‚ 27‚ Paul speaks of two ways
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Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are enumerated in Isaiah 11:2-3. They are present in their fullness in Jesus Christ but are found in all Christians who are in a state of grace. We receive them when we are infused with sanctifying grace which we receive twice‚ once during baptism‚ and once during confirmation. I chose this topic because the Holy Spirit lives inside us and guides the actions of those who desire His presence. The Holy Spirit empowers the believer to
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Spirit Empowered Living Fall 2011 Holy Spirit Project This paper will integrate Scripture‚ lecture themes‚ research materials and personal experience as related to the Holy Spirit. It is to be 5-6 pages in length (minimum 5 full pages) and should address the following questions: Who is the Holy Spirit? Use Scripture to characterize the person Holy Spirit. Discuss the Holy Spirit’s unique characteristics and personality. A minimum of 6 scripture references are required. This segment
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Reformed Perspective on Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Through his work I was able to see the connection between the Holy Spirit’s work in the Old Testament and the fulfillment of the Holy Spirit’s empowerment of Jesus’ followers. However‚ the main topic of discussion by Kaiser is whether there is one event of salvation—including the infilling of the Holy Spirit; or are there two different events—one for salvation and the other baptism of the Holy Spirit. In light of this‚ what I find most interesting
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Having theses gifts of the Holy Spirit is a responsibility and a blessing. It is crucial to understand but should be able to spread so the catholic community should be able to recognize and use the gifts of the Holy Spirit. After learning each gift i have realized that people need to embrace theses gifts and use this in there everyday life. The four gifts that bring meaning to me the most is wisdom‚ understanding‚ courage‚ and knowledge. Theses gifts don’t just help out only spiritually but help
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The Holy Spirit as a person in God and a presence within you This page’s links : * Who Is the Holy Spirit? * the Holy Spirit As God * the Spirit of God in the Hebrew Scriptures * Spirited QuotesOther core Spirit matters: * A Noun That Acts Like A Verb * The Spirit Calls You. * the Spirit in you‚ and in your life. * the Holy Spirit Gives Gifts. * What the Spirit Grows Within You * Not Here on a Whim. * Speaking through the Prophets. * the Holy Spirit as revealer. | More
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THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE BOOK OF ACTS Luke as the author of The Book of Acts of the Apostles shows the reader the ministry of Jesus Christ through the discharge of the Holy Spirit within the apostles and His church. Luke was a historian as well as a theologian. Luke accentuates the captivating facets of the Holy Spirit prophesied in the Old Testament. Luke speaks to the reader of Acts about the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Luke emphasizes the “filling with‚” the Holy Spirit “comes upon” them‚ and the
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Ministry of the Holy Spirit Background The term‚ "Holy Spirit‚" seldom occurs in the Old Testament. Actually it is found only three times; once in Psalm 51:5‚ and twice in Isaiah 63:10-14. The most frequently used terms or expressions for the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament are: the Spirit of the Lord My Spirit the Spirit the Spirit of God the spirit of (Judgment‚ fire‚ justice‚ etc.) your Spirit In nearly all of these cases‚ the reference to the Holy Spirit is clear‚ although
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