Belief #5. Holy Spirit

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Belief #5. Holy Spirit

God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ’s life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God. Sent by the Father and the Son to be always with His children, He extends spiritual gifts to the church, empowers it to bear witness to Christ, and in harmony with the Scriptures leads it into all truth...

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Adventists regard the Holy Spirit as the third person of the Trinity, guiding believers closer to Christ and helping them connect with God the Father.

The Holy Spirit's Role​

1. Identity in the Trinity: The Holy Spirit is part of the triune God, witnessed in creation and sent by Christ to be God’s presence on Earth.
2. Inspiration of Scripture: The Spirit guided the writing and interpretation of the Bible.
3. Support in Jesus' Ministry: Jesus relied on the Spirit for strength, serving as an example for believers.
4. Impact on Believers: The Spirit empowers Christ’s followers, convicts them of sin, leads them into truth, offers peace, interprets prayers, writes God's law in their hearts, and grants strength to testify about Christ.

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit​

Baptism in the Holy Spirit signifies empowerment to witness for Christ, as seen in the apostles' boldness post-Pentecost. To be filled with the Holy Spirit, believers must allow God to cleanse them of contrary influences.

Receiving the Holy Spirit​

God is eager to give the Spirit to those who desire it. Key steps include asking, seeking, living in obedience, and relying on the Spirit for daily empowerment. The Holy Spirit is crucial for Adventists, enabling a deeper connection with Jesus and providing freedom, healing, and hope.

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