I Corinthians 2:6-16
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The Holy Spirit has attributes which only a person can have.
The Bible describes the Holy Spirit as having an intellect, as having a will, as having feelings.
(I Cor. 2:10-11; Eph. 1:17; Is. 11:2; Eph. 4:30; I Cor.12:30)
2. The Holy Spirit is God.
false teachings
Arianism- the Holy Spirit was something created by God
Sabellius- the Holy Spirit is a modal manifestation- only functions as God
The Holy Spirit is the present divine agent of the kingdom of God.
Symbols
1. clothing (Luke 12:49)
2. dove (baptism)
3. pledge (II Cor. 1:22; Eph 1:13)
4. fire (purifying and cleansing)
5. oil (anointing and healing)
6. servant (voluntary subordination)
7. wind (John 3:8)