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Christian Foundations. What do we mean by “God”?. God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit One in essence, communal in function Plans, Executes, Reveals. Unfolding Revelation. In O.T. – God is for us In Gospels – God is with us In New Testament – God is in us
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What do we mean by “God”? • God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit • One in essence, communal in function • Plans, Executes, Reveals
Unfolding Revelation • In O.T. – God is for us • In Gospels – God is with us • In New Testament – God is in us • Colossians 1:27 – “…Christ in you, the hope of glory.” • 1 John 4:4 – “Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.”
John 16:7 • But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper shall not come to you…
The Helper • John 14:26 – The Helper…the Holy Spirit…will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you. • John 16:13 – [The Helper] will guide you into all truth…
Before and After Pentecost • From Fear to Faith • From Impulsivity to Power • From “feelings” led to Spirit led
The Holy Spirit to those who ask… Luke 11:13 • Acknowledge • Ask • Receive • Practice the Presence