For the first time, Ligonier has released a nationwide Canadian survey. The State of Theology Canada reveals what people really believe about God. And the results are sobering:
66% of Canadian evangelicals agree with the statement, “The Holy Spirit is a force but is not a personal being.”
This is no minor theological mistake. It shows a widespread confusion about the foundation of the Christian faith. If we fail to know who God is in His triune nature, we risk undermining the gospel itself.
Interestingly, most Canadian evangelicals surveyed (93%) affirm the statement, “There is one true God in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.” These contradictory responses highlight a deep theological confusion among many in the church.
Yet Scripture is clear on this matter: The Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force—He is the third person of the Trinity.
Download the Free Study Guide
These survey results are serious, and they warrant serious discussion. Gather a group and download the free digital study guide for The State of Theology Canada. Each section includes discussion questions and biblical insight to guide your conversation.
More Resources on the Holy Spirit
R.C. Sproul founded Ligonier to help Christians know who God is and who they are. Here are several resources from Ligonier addressing the Bible’s teaching on the Holy Spirit.
- Who Is the Holy Spirit? booklet by R.C. Sproul
- Everyone’s a Theologian, book by R.C. Sproul
- The Holy Spirit, guide from Ligonier Ministries
- “What Is the Procession of the Holy Spirit?” article by Robert Letham
- “Another Helper,” episode of Things Unseen
