Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Ten Specific Ministries of the Holy Spirit

I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you . . . and I will put My Spirit in you and move you to follow My decrees. (Ezekiel 36:26, 27)
An awareness and knowledge of the Holy Spirit's ministries is most important for every believer. Note briefly these ten specific ministries:
  • Teaches truths about God and reveals Christ (John 16:12-15).
  • Convicts us of wrong doing (John 16:8-11).
  • Regenerates and renews us (Titus 3:5).
  • Baptizes or places us into the body of Christ (1Corinthians 12:13)
  • Gives assurance of our salvation (Romans 8:16).
  • Indwells and guides our lives (Romans 8:14; 1 Corinthians 6:19, 20).
  • Prays for us (Romans 8:26).
  • Fills our lives with joy and power (Ephesians 5:18).
  • Seals and guarantees our eternal promise (Ephesians 4:30).
  • Distributes gifts to the church (1 Corinthians 12:1-11).

(Excerpt from Amazing Grace-366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions)