02/07/2025
Hearing the voice of God. PT 3
3. Inner witness of the Holy Spirit:
In no particular order, the number three way one can hear the voice of God is through the inner witness of the Holy Spirit.
First, Who is the Holy Spirit and how does He witness in our lives?
The Holy Spirit: A Divine Person
Scripture reveals the Holy Spirit as a divine person, distinct yet inseparable from God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ), not just a force or energy. He is described as having thoughts (1 Corinthians 2:10-11), feelings (Ephesians 4:30), and will (1 Corinthians 12:11).
The Holy Spirit possesses divine attributes, such as:
*Omniscience (1 Corinthians 2:10-11)
*Omnipresence (Psalm 139:7-10)
*Omnipotence (Luke 1:35)
The Holy Spirit is distinct from the Father and the Son, yet inseparable in the Godhead (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14).
Therefore, we can now say, the Holy Spirit is a divine person, fully God, and an integral part of the Trinity.
For us to discern the inner witness of the Holy Spirit and experience His guidance in our lives, we must first and foremost know Him personally and identify with Him. This relationship is rooted in salvation through Jesus Christ, whose blood cleanses us from sin, allowing the Holy Spirit to dwell within us. Without the cleansing power of Christ's blood, the Holy Spirit cannot reside in us.
The inner witness of the Holy Spirit:
This attribute of the Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in helping us discern and hear God's voice. However, here are some ways the Holy Spirit guides us through inner witnesses.........
To be continued.....