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The Holy Spirit Is a Person

Winfield Bevins » God Holy Spirit

The Sovereign Spirit Click | View Series “A firm and certain knowledge of God’s benevolence towards us, founded upon the truth of the freely given promise in Christ, both revealed to our minds and sealed upon our hearts through the Holy Spirit.” - John Calvin Many Christians also find it hard to understand the personal aspect of the Holy Spirit. Too often we think of him in a symbolic and impersonal manner. What we will find, however, is that the Holy Spirit is also a person. Jesus has many times referred to the personal nature of the Holy Spirit. Jesus called the Holy Spirit the “Paraclete,” which means one called alongside. It is one who is an advocate, comforter, or counselor. The word Paraclete implies a distinct personality. The Bible ascribes him personal characteristics such as a will (Acts 13:1, 1 Cor 12:11), mind (1 Cor. 2:10-11, Romans 8:27), and emotions (Eph 4:30).

Personal Treatment of the Holy Spirit

  • The Holy Spirit can be lied to (Acts 5:3).
  • The Holy Spirit can be grieved (Eph. 4:30).
  • The Holy Spirit can be quenched (1 Thess. 5:19).
  • The Holy Spirit can be resisted (Acts 7:51).
  • The Holy Spirit can be blasphemed (Matt. 12:31-32, Mark 3:28-29, Luke 12:10).

The Names and Titles of the Holy Spirit

The Bible uses many different names, titles, and symbols to paint a portrait of the Holy Spirit, each representing what he does and who he is. For example, The Bible uses symbols such as Fire, Wind, Water, Wine, and a Dove. The Biblical names and titles of the Holy Spirit can be divided into three categories: Who the Holy Spirit is, what the Holy Spirit is, and what the Holy Spirit does.

1. Who The Holy Spirit Is

  • Spirit of Christ (1 Peter 1:11)
  • Spirit of God (Genesis 1:2, Job 33:4, Romans 8:11)
  • Spirit of Glory (1 Peter 4:14)
  • Spirit of the Lord (Isaiah 61:1)
  • Spirit of the Father (Matthew 10:20)
  • Spirit of the Son (Galatians 4:6)
  • Power of the Highest (Luke 1:35)

2. What The Holy Spirit Is

  • Spirit of Holiness (Romans 1:4)
  • Spirit of Knowledge (Isaiah 11:2)
  • Spirit of Life (Romans 8:2, Revelation 11:11)
  • Spirit of Might (Isaiah 11:2)
  • Eternal Spirit (Hebrews 9:14)
  • Spirit of Truth (John 14:17; 15:26)

3. What the Holy Spirit Does

  • Spirit of Grace (Zechariah 12:10)
  • Spirit of Judgment (Isaiah 4:4)
  • Spirit of Adoption (Romans 8:15)
  • Spirit of Prophecy (Romans 8:15)
  • Spirit of Counsel (Isaiah 11:2, John 14:15-18)
  • Spirit of Revelation (Ephesians 1:17)
To be continued.


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