18/06/2026
BIBLE STUDY
SPEAKER: Eld. M. Effiom
TOPIC: The Person of the Holy Spirit
TEXTS: Genesis 1:1–2, John 14:16–17, Deuteronomy 6:4
INTRODUCTION
Many people think of the Holy Spirit as merely a force, an influence, or a power. However, the Bible teaches that the Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force but a Person. Although He possesses power, He is much more than power itself. He is God.
The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity. God has revealed Himself as one God existing in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
According to Deuteronomy 6:4, there is only one God, yet He exists in three distinct Persons who are:
Co-equal – Each Person is fully God.
Co-eternal – None was created; all have always existed.
Co-existent – They exist together eternally.
The Holy Spirit shares the same divine nature as the Father and the Son.
1. The Holy Spirit Is a Person
A person possesses qualities such as a mind, a will, and emotions.
The Holy Spirit has all these attributes.
a) The Holy Spirit Has a Mind (Romans 8:27)
The Holy Spirit has the ability to think, know, and understand. He searches hearts and knows the mind and purposes of God.
b) The Holy Spirit Has a Will (1 Corinthians 12:11)
The Holy Spirit decides how spiritual gifts are distributed. He gives gifts to believers according to His own will.
He also directs and instructs people. (Acts 13:2)
The Holy Spirit specifically called and sent out Barnabas and Saul for ministry.
c) The Holy Spirit Has Emotions (Ephesians 4:30)
The Bible tells believers not to grieve the Holy Spirit. Only a person can be grieved, showing that the Holy Spirit has emotions.
2. The Holy Spirit Performs Personal Actions
The Holy Spirit does things that only a person can do.
a) He Speaks (John 14:26)
He teaches believers and reminds them of God's truth.
b) He Bears Witness (Romans 8:16)
He testifies that we are children of God.
c) He Intercedes (Romans 8:26)
He helps believers in prayer and intercedes for us when we do not know what to pray for.
d) He Directs and Sends People (Acts 13:2)
He gives instructions and appoints people for God's work.
3. The Holy Spirit Is God
The Holy Spirit is not separate from God; He is God Himself. (Acts 5:3–4)
When Ananias lied to the Holy Spirit, Peter said he had lied to God, proving that the Holy Spirit is God.
Genesis 1:1–2
The Spirit of God was present and active at creation.
Conclusion
The Holy Spirit is not a force, energy, or influence. He is a divine Person and an essential member of the Trinity.