In the beginning was the Holy Spirit, and the Holy Spirit was with God, and the Holy Spirit was God.
Creator
The Holy Spirit is Creator.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. … and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters. (Genesis 1:1–2)
Dwells
The Holy Spirit dwells in us who are believers in, and followers of, Jesus Christ.
“Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” (1 Corinthians 3:16)
Calls
The Holy Spirit Calls Until the End
“The Spirit and the bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who wishes take the water of life without cost.” (Revelation 22:17)
The Work of the Holy Spirit
But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come. He will glorify Me, for He will take of Mine and will disclose it to you. (John 16:13–14)
The Holy Spirit was part of our salvation.
He dwells in us guaranteeing our future glory.
He is at work right now making us more like Christ.
Right Now
Right now, the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of Truth (John 16:13), is our Helper (John 14:16), our Teacher (John 14:26) our Guide (John 16:13).
The Holy Spirit gives us access to the Father (Ephesians 2:18)
The Holy Spirit intercedes for us according to the will of God. (Romans 8:26).
The Holy Spirit gave each believer gifts for the work of service (1 Corinthians 12).
The Holy Spirit produces fruit in us: love, joy, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
And this is only a miniscule look at who He is. (Do your own study!)
Praise the Holy Spirit
Holy Spirit, I praise You. You are God from everlasting to everlasting. Yet, You live in me. I cannot fathom how this can be, but I believe You. I am so grateful You dwell in me, guiding me to all truth. I praise You that You are doing all to sanctify me, empowering me to live righteously now, giving me gifts that I might serve, and equipping me for eternity. I praise You for Your constant intercession, knowing I could not take one godly step without You, nor could I withstand the pressures and evil of this world. I praise You for Your role in my salvation, Your work in the present, and Your guarantee of glory in the future.
Help me keep my mind on You, knowing that is my life and peace. Keep me from sin that I might not grieve You (Ephesians 4:30). Keep me on track that I might not quench You (1 Thessalonians 5:19). Help me live a life controlled by You. Show me more of Yourself that I might praise You more.
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This is the eighth in a series, Praise A to Z. See previous months for other posts.
