Sometimes, we shy away from studying the Bible's teaching on the Holy Spirit of God. Without a doubt, this is primarily due to the abundant misunderstanding and rampant false teaching regarding this third person of the Godhead.
Admittedly, there are certain facets of such a study are difficult. Some questions we may not be able to answer. However, that which we can know and understand with regard to this Being should be studied and considered on a regular basis.
One area that has been plainly revealed is the emotional character possessed by the Spirit of God. We see language that implies the nature of God includes many of the same emotions you and I possess. Additionally, the Scriptures declare our thoughts and deeds to be directly linked to the Holy Spirit -- a truth that is attributable to the Holy Spirit's role in revealing God's word to the hearts of men (John 16:7-15; 1 Corinthians 2:13).
Consider this: God's people can...
- Grieve the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 63:10; Ephesians 4:30)
- Resist the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)
- Lie to the Holy Spirit (Acts 5:3)
- Test the Holy Spirit (Acts 5:9)
- But we can -- and should -- hear His voice (Revelation 2:7)
Let us never shy away from the rich and rewarding study of the Holy Spirit!
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