The Holy Spirit has a distinct personality from the Father and the Son. Jesus said of Him, “When the Counselor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goes out from the Father, He will testify about me” (John 15:26). The Spirit is ranked coordinate with God the Father and God the Son. He is equal in power and deity. “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all” (2 Cor. 13:14). We are commanded, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matt. 28:19).
He is given a personal name. Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit?” (Acts 5:3). Holy Spirit is His name, and He is God. “You have not lied unto men, but unto God” (v. 4).
The sin against the Holy Spirit is an offense against a divine personality, and it has eternal consequences (Matt. 12:31-32).
Message by Wil Pounds (c) 2006. http://www.abideinchrist.com
Used with permission.
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