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Christians have developed divergent beliefs about the Holy Spirit, many of them at odds with each other, often rooted in various church traditions as much as in Scripture. However, it’s to Scripture we must turn if we are to root out our misconceptions and clarify our understanding of the third person of the Trinity.
Jul 26, 2023 · So, one reason different people have different interpretations of the Bible is simply that some do not listen to the Teacher—the Holy Spirit. Following are some other reasons for the wide divergence of beliefs among those who teach the Bible. 1. Unbelief. The fact is that many who claim to be Christians have never been born again.
May 11, 2023 · What Christians Believe about the Holy Spirit: An Overview. Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen 23 min read May 11, 2023. For a long time considered to be the stepchild—or, daringly, the Cinderella—of theology, the doctrine of the Holy Spirit (pneumatology) has in recent times risen to the center of attention. Never before in the history of Christian ...
Sep 18, 2021 · Of self-identified Christians, 58 percent contend that the Holy Spirit is not a real, living being but is merely a symbol of God’s power, presence, or purity. Surprisingly, those who identify as born-again Christians are even more likely to hold that view (62 percent), and half of “theological born-again Christians” also deny the Spirit ...
Sep 10, 2021 · Some 62% of self-identified born-again Christians contend that the Holy Spirit is not a real, living being but is merely a symbol of God’s power, presence or purity. Another 61% say that all religious faiths are of equal value, and 60% believe that if a person is good enough, or does enough good things, they can earn their way into Heaven.
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Mar 16, 2024 · Perhaps the most significant role of the Holy Spirit is to comfort and guide believers. In the Gospel of John, Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as a “Counselor” and “Advocate” who will be with believers forever. The Holy Spirit is often seen as the one who enables and empowers believers to live a life that honors God.
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May 14, 2024 · 1. The Holy Spirit is a Helper Who Teaches and Reminds. In John 14:26, Jesus told his disciples, “the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you” (John 14:26, ESV). The Greek word “Parakletos” in this passage is translated as “Helper” in ...
