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Another word for advocate is an "intercessor", The Holy spirit speaks to God for us, from our hearts when we are not conscious of it. Although we are free to talk to God in prayer, at any time, sometimes we feel so passionate or want to cry out to God but do not have all the words, he speaks for us.
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What does paraclete means?
The term "paraclete" is derived from Greek and refers to a helper, advocate, or comforter. In Christian theology, it is often used to describe the Holy Spirit as one who comes alongside believers to provide guidance and support.
What did Jesus say he would leave with the disciples?
Jesus said he would leave the Holy Spirit with the disciples to guide and empower them to continue his work after he ascended to heaven.
Who helps us continue Christs mission?
The Holy Spirit. John 14:26. "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and will cause you to remember everything I said to you."
How many times is Holy Spirit mentioned in the New Testament?
If you search for "Holy Spirit" in the King James Version, you'll find 4 results from the New Testament. But he is also mentioned as "The Spirit" or "The Spirit of God" or "The Holy Spirit", etc. The KJV uses the term 'Holy Ghost' to refer to the Holy spirit and this former is frequent, 89 times in all.
Whom did jesus send to comfort and give power to the disciples after the ascension?
After the ascension of Jesus, he sent the Holy Spirit to comfort and empower the disciples. The Holy Spirit is often referred to as the Advocate or Comforter in Christian theology. This event is described in the New Testament book of Acts, specifically in Acts 2, where the Holy Spirit descends upon the disciples on the day of Pentecost, empowering them to spread the message of Jesus.
Why is the Holy Spirit called the advocate or paraclete?
While the synoptic gospels speak of the Holy Spirit, using the neuter Greek word. pneuma, John's Gospel uses parakletos, literally "the One called alongside", but translated as paraclete, as a personal designation for a Spirit called in after Jesus' departure as "advocate" to defend Christians and "comforter".1 John, known to have been written in the same community as John, never uses the word paraclete or advocate for the Spirit, but does use parakletos to describe Jesus (1 John 2:1).
Name something they might ask you in church?
Do you believe in God the Father Almighty, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Spirit, the Advocate?
How do you invite holy spirit in?
Say 'I invite the holy spirit in' and the holy spirit will come in
What are some other names for the Holy Spirit?
Holy Spirit namesThe Holy Spirit is also called the Comforter, Paraclete, Spirit of Truth, and the AdvocateOther names for the Holy Spirit are:- Holy Ghost, Spirit of promise, Revelator, Sanctifier, Spirit of the Lord, Spirit of truth, Comforter and Messenger of the Lord.
What does the flame represent in confirmation?
Fire is one of the symbols of the Holy Spirit and when the disciples were Confirmed, they were showered with the Holy Spirit. Therefore, the tongues of flames symbolize the Holy Spirit.
What are titles of the holy spirit?
Holy Spirit, Holy Ghost, Paraclete, Comforter...
Why is Holy Spirit referred to as He in the bible?
Christians believe that the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity. God the Father, and God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. This would make the Holy Spirit a He. Through out Scripture the attributes of God and a real person are attributed to the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a He and not an it.
