Overview
Scripture reveals the Holy Spirit as a true Person of the Godhead who possesses intelligence, feelings, and volition. He thinks, grieves, intercedes, and acts with purpose and intention, deserving the same reverence and relationship we offer to the Father and Son.
Key Scriptures
"Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might understand the things freely given us by God" (1 Corinthians 2:12, ESV).
"And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption" (Ephesians 4:30, ESV).
"The Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words" (Romans 8:26, ESV).
Application
Relate to the Holy Spirit as a Person to whom you listen, obey, and respond with worship, rather than viewing Him as an impersonal spiritual resource to be accessed or controlled.