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The Enigmatic Spirit of Holiness: Unveiling His Presence Through Scriptures

Delve into the profound mystery of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, Jesus' ministry, and the believer's life. Explore the Spirit's role in prophecy, the birth of Christ, and sanctification. Discover how the Spirit empowers us in faith and unity.

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The Enigmatic Spirit of Holiness: Unveiling His Presence Through Scriptures

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  1. HolinessLesson3The Spirit of HolinessRomans 1:4Ezekiel 36:22-27Galatians 3:1-5December 5, 2010

  2. Introduction • You may be surprised • “Holy Spirit” = 3x in Old Testament, 89x in New Testament. • “Spirit of the Lord” = 24x in O.T. • “Spirit of God” = 12x in O.T. • “My Spirit” = 12x in O.T. • Question: Why is “Holy Spirit” so seldom found in O.T., and yet so often in the N.T.? • My focus in this message is three-fold: • The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament • The Holy Spirit in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ • The Holy Spirit in the church, and the life of the believer

  3. The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament • The Holy Spirit in Genesis (1:2 and 6:3) • The Holy Spirit and the nation Israel • In the exodus and possession of Canaan • Moses, 70 judges (Numbers 11:17, 25) • Tabernacle construction (Exod. 31:3f.) • Joshua (Numbers 27:18; Deut. 34:9) • Ultimately the Spirit (Isa. 63:12-14)* • In the times of the judges (3:10; 6:34 etc.) • Saul (1 Sam. 11:6); David (1 Sam. 16:3) • In the prophets • Ezekiel 2:2; Micah 3:8 • Nehemiah 9:30 • As recognized in N.T. (Acts 1:16, 20; 7:51; 1 Peter 1:10-12; 2 Peter 1:20-21)

  4. The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament • The Holy Spirit in prophecy • The Holy Spirit and the coming of Messiah • Isaiah 11:1-2; 42:1 • Isaiah 61:1-2* • The Holy Spirit and the New Covenant • Jeremiah 31:31-34 • Ezekiel 36:22-27* • Observations: • Holy Spirit = “Spirit of God” • Warfield: “the executive name of God” • More prominent that you might expect • Consistency with New Testament • A mystery (e.g. the Trinity) • Immanence, vs. transcendence

  5. The Holy Spirit in the Person and work of Jesus Christ, the Messiah. • In the birth of the Christ • His conception (Matt. 1:18, 20; Luke 1:35) • Utterances inspired by the Holy Spirit: • Elizabeth (Luke 1:41-45) • Zacharias (Luke 1:67-74) • Simeon (Luke 2:25-35) • The Holy Spirit & ministry of John the Baptist • John is filled with the Spirit (Luke 1:15, 41) • John distinguishes himself from Jesus in terms of the Holy Spirit (Matt. 3:11; Mark 1:8; Luke 3:16) • John’s identifies Jesus (John 1:29-34)*

  6. The Holy Spirit in the ministry of Jesus • Identifies Him as Messiah (John 1:29-36*) • Commencement of His ministry in Luke: • Baptism – 3:21-22 • Temptation – 4:1-12 • Commencement of ministry – 4:14 • Announcement at Nazareth – 4:18 • Preaching at Capernaum – 4:31-37 • Throughout Jesus’ entire ministry • Matthew 12:22-32* • He rejoices in the Spirit (Luke 10:21) • Luke 5:17 • Acts 10:38*; 1:2 • His death (Hebrews 9:14) and resurrection (Romans 1:4; 8:11) are by the Spirit.

  7. The Holy Spirit in the ministry of Jesus • His teaching about the Holy Spirit • Matthew 10:20; Mark 13:11 • Luke 11:13 • John 7:37-39; 14:17, 26; 15:25; 16:13 • Receive the Holy Spirit (John 20:22) • Baptize . . .the Holy Spirit (Matt. 28:19) • Conclusion • Jesus’ entire ministry was conducted in the power of the Spirit (see John 5:30; 8:42; 12:49; 14:10; 16:13). • If our Lord’s entire ministry was dependent upon the power of the Holy Spirit, how can we serve God (or be holy) independently?

  8. The Holy Spirit and Holiness • Sanctification is the work of the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8; 2 Thessalonians 2:13). • Sin is an offense against the Holy Spirit. • Sin grieves the Spirit (Ephesians 4:30) • We can lie to the Spirit (Acts 5:3) and put the Spirit to the test (Acts 5:9) • Bodily sin defiles the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). • The Spirit empowers us to do what the Law commands (Romans 8:1-11). • Sanctification is not by works, but through the Spirit, by faith (Galatians 3:1-5). • The Holy Spirit is the basis for unity, spiritual gifts, and the fruit of the Spirit.

  9. Conclusion • Sanctification / holiness is not by means of works, but through the Spirit by faith. • We do not give the Spirit His due. • We need to get over our hang-ups about the ministry of the Holy Spirit (pneumaphobia?) • Holiness and spiritual gifts • Contribute to corporate holiness (as does church discipline). • Are not the measure of holiness. • Are given so that we may fill a unique role in the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12-14). • Every Sunday is (or should be) an exercise in following the leadership of the Spirit.

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