Want to learn more about Holy Spirit? Use these Bible Studies for personal devotion, group Bible studies, or teaching a church class. Below are links to the lessons in this 12-part series.
Introduction: Of all the important teachings of the Bible, one of the most important is an understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit. In Acts 8:14-17 we read the story of new believers who have been baptized in the name of Jesus, but still have a very serious deficit;...
Introduction: The title to our lesson challenges our understanding of the Holy Spirit. When I think of "scene" it reminds me of a play which has several scenes. Does the prominence of the Holy Spirit vary with the "scene?" Does it vary based on where the scene is taking...
Introduction: Last week we examined Bible texts revealing that the Holy Spirit takes the lead role in our relationship with God. Consider your insurance company. I think about God the Father as the CEO who is running the overall business. Jesus is in charge of reconciling...
Introduction: How many times have I written "It" when referring to the Holy Spirit? Too many times! Perhaps you have too. Perhaps you still do! Does "He" seem to be the correct term for someone who is compared to wind? Someone who can be everywhere at once? Someone who no...
Introduction: What does it mean to be "baptized" with the Holy Spirit? When I was baptized, the pastor said "I baptize you in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit." Does that accomplish the task? What makes me wonder about this is that a lot of people are baptized...
Introduction: One of the greatest blessings of my spiritual walk was realizing that I was saved by grace alone. I've seen those who struggle with obedience express great joy when they first understand grace. They feel free! The great danger is misunderstanding the reason...
Introduction: Last week we ended our study with the thought that if we are baptized with the Holy Spirit, our life should reflect the fruits of the Holy Spirit. The fruits of the Holy Spirit are largely attitudes: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulne...
Introduction: What a blessing it is to have the Holy Spirit! We learned two weeks ago that the Holy Spirit guides our mind if we ask. We learned last week that the Holy Spirit changes our attitudes so that we experience love, joy and peace. This week we learn how everyone...
Introduction: Is there evidence that the Holy Spirit is active in your church? Is there evidence that He is directing the work of your church? These are serious questions that go to the heart of the health of your congregation. My concern is that my church denomination,...
Introduction: Sometimes we have trouble matching the promises of the Bible with our own experience. For example, in several places the Bible tells us that if we ask God we will be given what we seek. See, e.g. Matthew 7:8. In Matthew 18:19 we are promised that if two agr...
Introduction: Would you have liked to have met Jesus in person? I would! Christians say that they wish they could have lived when Jesus was here on earth. They wish that they could have been one of Jesus' disciples and spoken to Him personally to get direction and answers...
Introduction: What does it mean to be listening to the Holy Spirit? When I'm studying the Bible to write these lessons, I find new insights I've not considered before. I think that is the Holy Spirit. No doubt that also happens to you when you study the Bible. But, I thi...
