In the beginning
- Active and present at creation, hovering over the unordered conditions (Gen. 1:2)
In the Old Testament
- The origin of supernatural abilities (Gen. 41:38)
- The giver of artistic skill (Ex. 31:2-5)
- The source of power and strength (Judg. 3:9, 10)
- The inspiration of prophecy (1 Sam. 19:20, 23)
- The equipper of God's messenger (Mic. 3:8)
In the Old Testament prophecy
- The cleansing of the heart for holy living (Ezek. 36:25-29)
In salvation
- Regenerates the believer (Titus 3:5)
- Indwells the believer (Rom. 8:9-11)
- Sanctifies the believer (2 Thess. 2:13)
In the New Testament
- Declares the truth about Christ (John 16:13, 14)
- Endows with power for gospel proclamation (Acts 1:8)
- Pours out God's love in the heart (Rom. 5:5)
- Makes intercession (Rom. 8:26)
- Imparts gifts of ministry (1 Cor. 12:4-11)
- Enables the fruit of holy living (Gal. 5:22, 23)
- Strengthens the inner being (Eph. 3:16)
In the written Word
- Inspired the writing of Scripture (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:21)
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Excerpt from The Reformation Study Bible.
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