Published by Vince Baker Ministries ·
“Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God.”
Acts 5:4 · KJV
What does the Spirit do that shows He is personal?
A force may explain motion, but it cannot call Barnabas and Saul to a particular work. In Acts 13, the Spirit speaks during worship and fasting. In 1 Corinthians 12, He distributes gifts according to His will. Those actions show why Christians talk about knowing the Holy Spirit and listening to Him.
Why does it matter that He is God?
Peter tells Ananias that he lied to the Holy Ghost, then says he lied to God. Read Acts 5 alongside John 14. The God who takes the disciples' conduct seriously is also the One Jesus promises to send as their Helper. His holiness and His nearness belong together.
Put it into practice
Read Ephesians 4:25–32. Choose one relationship where you can respond to the Holy Spirit by telling the truth, dropping a bitter word, or extending forgiveness.
Read the Scripture passages
- Acts 5:1-11 · KJV
- John 14:15-27 · KJV
- Acts 13:1-4 · KJV
- 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 · KJV
- Ephesians 4:25-32 · KJV
