A brief introduction to the Person and Work of The Holy Spirit.

I produced this some years ago as a beginner's guide. It can be used as a basis for Bible Studies, Sermon series, overviews... the Symbols are particularly useful with children and for all-age services. You'll have to do your own research to use it properly. It is intended as a guide.

A brief introduction to the Person and Work of The Holy Spirit.

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Christ’s Promises of the Holy Spirit’s coming	Luke 11:13. The Father gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him	John 4:10-14 The promise of Living Water to the Samaritan Woman.	John 7:37 – 39 The promise of Living Water at the Temple	John 14:16-17 The Counsellor and Spirit of Truth	John 14:25-26 The Paraclete and Teacher	John 15:26-27 The Counsellor, Spirit of Truth and witness	John 16:7-11The Advocate who convinces	John16:13 – 15 Spirit of Truth and our Guide	John 20:22-23 Authority to forgive	Luke 24:49 Acts 1:8 Power from on high, power to witness.
Symbols of the Holy Spirit	Dove Luke 3:22	Oil Luke 4:18	Wind John 3:1 - 16  Acts2:2	Water John 7:37- 39	Fire Acts  2:3	Wine Acts 2:15 Eph.5:18	Seal 2 Cor. 1:22	These symbols show aspects of the nature and work of the Holy Spirit. The verses given are by way of example.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit	Words of Wisdom	Words of Knowledge	Faith	Gifts of Healing	Working of Miracles	Prophecy	Discernment of spirits	Various kinds of Tongues	Interpretation of tongues	All in 1 Cor.12:8-11
Aspects of the Fruit of the Spirit	Love	Joy	Peace	Patience Long-suffering	Kindness	Goodness	Faithfulness	Gentleness Meekness	Self-control	All in Galatians 6:22-23
Ministries of the Holy Spirit	Apostles 1 Cor.12:27ff Ephesians 4:11ff	Prophets 1 Cor.12:27ff Ephesians 4:11ff	Pastors  and       Teachers Ephesians           1 Cor.12:27ff 4:11ff.            Ephesians 4:11ff These two are linked ministries.		Evangelists Ephesians 4:11ff	Workers of miracles 1 Cor.12:27ff	Healers 1 Cor.12:27ff	Helpers 1 Cor.12:27ff	Administrators 1 Cor.12:27ff	Speakers in various kinds of tongues 1 Cor.12:27ff
Letters of the Spirit to the Churches	Ephesus I will grant to eat of the tree of life	Smyrna shall not be hurt by the second death	Pergamum Hidden manna and white stone with a new name	Thyatira Authority and power to rule; the morning star	Sardis White garments; confess name in Heaven	Philadelphia Pillar of the Temple; name of God, New City and Messiah	Laodicea To eat with Christ and to sit on his throne	All in Revelation 2 & 3. These are the rewards given to those who conquer. This is what the Holy Spirit wants to do for the Christian; the destiny He intends for the believer.
Names of the Spirit in Isaiah	Spirit of YHWH	Wisdom	Understanding	Counsel	Might	Knowledge	Fear (Awe)	All in Isa.11:2 This reveals the character and nature of the Holy Spirit.
Work of the Spirit in Isaiah	Good news to the afflicted (poor)	Bind up the broken-hearted	Proclaim liberty to the captives; Opening of prison to the bound	Proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour	And the day of vengeance of our God	To comfort all who mourn	To grant a garland, the oil of gladness and a mantle of praise	All in Isa.61:1 – 3 Another aspect of the Holy Spirit’s work. This is not exclusive nor is there a choice for us about what He wants to do in the Church, except to obey or disobey.

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© Ian G and The Almond Rod 2013