In the King James version the phrase - holy spirit - appears three times in the Old Testament... * Psa 51:11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. * Isa 63:10 But they rebelled, and vexed his holy Spirit: therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and he fought against them. * Isa 63:11 Then he remembered the days of old, Moses, and his people, saying, Where is he that brought them up out of the sea with the shepherd of his flock? Where is he that put his holy Spirit within him? The King James version uses the phrase "Holy Ghost" in the New Testament... always capitalised, but that phrase never appears in the Old Testament. The more common Old Testament reference to the Holy Spirit is "Spirit of God," which appears fourteen times.
In the King James versionthe phrase - holy spirit - appears 7 times.Psa 51:11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.Isa 63:10 But they rebelled, and vexed his holy Spirit: therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and he fought against them.Isa 63:11 Then he remembered the days of old, Moses, and his people, saying, Where is he that brought them up out of the sea with the shepherd of his flock? Where is he that put his holy Spirit within him?Luk 11:13 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him?Eph 1:13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,Eph 4:30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.1 The 4:8 He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.Another answer:The King James most often refers to the Holy Spirit as the "Holy Ghost," so a count from the KJV is extremely misleading. In the New King James translation, "Holy Spirit" appears 95 times.
fiveImportant Observation:The Apostle Paul is called the apostle to the Gentiles as this was his special calling. The more pertinent question to me seems to be why would Paul, in each of his opening verses of the Epistles (Letters) attributed to him, never mention the Holy Spirit or anything even approaching a third person Godhead commonly referred to as the 'trinity?'. Not once does Paul's greetings link the Holy Spirit with the Father and Christ as a separate and distinct personality. Isn't this a bit strange to believers whose central or core belief states a trinity?The question then is would Paul ever dishonor or neglect the Person of God? IMO, it is highly improbable when reflecting upon Scripture. Yet, all can read each opening greeting and take note that Paul did not address the Holy Spirit vital to 'Christian life' as a person like Jesus or the Father. Each must draw their own opinion as this is just food for thought.
The bible does mention holy water once in the scriptures. It is found in the King James Version Bible in Numbers chapter 5 and verse 17. "And the priest shall take holy water in an earthen vessel; and of the dust that is in the floor of the tabernacle the priest shall take, and put it into the water:"
No you are not saying you are wrong. We all need some conformation that what we are about to do or say is the right thing. Some may seek confirmation from a friend or the Holy Spirit. Whoever you seek confirmation from or advice, make sure that you take that advice, if not do not ask, use you own gut feeling.
Demons can take form of almost anything but the holy.
The answer to this question is unknown since it is not written specifically in the Bible. The Bible mentions the Holy Spirit but not specifically when we receive it. In Psalm David asks God not to take the Holy Spirit away from him, which means David had The Holy Spirit and was afraid God would take it away. In the New Testament Jesus says to his disciples that He is leaving but will send a 'Helper', this is considered to be the Holy Spirit. Pentecost is about the Disciples receiving The Holy Spirit. So, although the Bible talks about The Holy Spirit, it does not tell us when we receive or why.
Once jesus had ascended into heaven , then the holy spirit came to take his place and be our comforter. The holy spirit does not tell us what to do it only helps , the holy spirit is in all christians, the level will depend on your faith in God.
No. The breath of life is what God did to Adam to cause him to become a living thing. The Holy Spirit is considered to be the divine aspect of prophecy and wisdom. The divine force, quality and influence of the Most High God. This is Judaism's take on Holy Spirit. Christians consider The Holy Spirit(Ghost) as part of the Holy Trinity: Father, Son, Holy Spirit. In Islam it is referred to in the Qur'an as an agent of divine action or communication.
A:The New Testament is replete with references to the Holy Spirit (or Holy Ghost), for example, 1 Thessalonians 4:8 : "He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit."To disbelieve in the Holy Spirit would therefore mean seeing the New Testament as theologically unreliable, which is a difficult position for a Christian to take. On the other hand, belief in the Holy Trinity is somewhat less fundamental to Christian faith.
In the King James version the phrase - holy spirit - appears three times in the Old Testament... * Psa 51:11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. * Isa 63:10 But they rebelled, and vexed his holy Spirit: therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and he fought against them. * Isa 63:11 Then he remembered the days of old, Moses, and his people, saying, Where is he that brought them up out of the sea with the shepherd of his flock? Where is he that put his holy Spirit within him? The King James version uses the phrase "Holy Ghost" in the New Testament... always capitalised, but that phrase never appears in the Old Testament. The more common Old Testament reference to the Holy Spirit is "Spirit of God," which appears fourteen times.
I feel quite normal with it. I don't feel smarter or more holy. I don't feel better or superior. I don't feel sanctimonious. The holy spirit gives me confidence in what the Bible teaches. There are no doubts about the things in the Bible. It clarifies things with understanding; and breaks it down so simply.. The holy spirit infuses me with courage, which I normally wouldn't have. The holy spirit infuses me with zeal for righteousness; which I also probably wouldn't have. The holy spirit keeps me humble, helping me to realize there is so much to learn about Jehovah's wonders - - it would take an everlasting lifetime plus more, to fully grasp His wisdom; and His intelligence; and the depth of His qualities.
Pentecostal beliefs on alcohol consumption vary, but many Pentecostal denominations promote abstinence from alcohol based on biblical teachings about temperance, avoiding drunkenness, and living a pure lifestyle. Some Pentecostal churches have strict rules against alcohol use, while others may allow moderate consumption. Ultimately, each individual Pentecostal adherent may interpret these teachings differently and make personal choices regarding alcohol use.
That's not in the Bible.
"take that first step" and follow the Holy Spirit in Faith.
Usually during the spring, around the Feast of Pentecost.
The Holy Spirit guides the pope. In the sacrament of confirmation you receive the Holy Spirit and He resides in you. He doesn't control you, only guides you. He does not take away your free will or your rift to make choices. God doesn't want that cause He wants you to love Him freely.Catholic AnswerThe above answer is pretty good. The Holy Spirit does reside in the Pope in a special way because he has been chosen to be Christ's Vicar on earth, and has been granted the gift of infallibility when speaking ex cathedra. God is certainly not going to leave the head of His Church bereft of the Spirit! But the Holy Spirit resides in every single person who has been validly baptized and is not in a state of mortal sin.