The Holy Spirit is the most mysterious member of the Trinity, which also includes God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Spirit (or the Holy Spirit). Many struggle with the idea of God being three persons, yet one. Quite honestly, we will never fully grasp the concept this side of Heaven. The unique descriptions attributed to the Holy Spirit do not imply that the Holy Spirit is merely some "force" or "power."

Jesus said this about the Holy Spirit: "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth... He will tell you about the future" John 16:13. Note the use of the pronoun He. The Holy Spirit has a distinct personality, and he also has specific work that he wants to do in our lives as followers of Jesus Christ. Explore what the Bible says about him.

Who the Holy Spirit helps. The Holy Spirit, also known as "Counselor," strengthens and empowers followers of Christ. John 16:7

How the Holy Spirit works. The Holy Spirit works alongside God and Jesus to make our lives pleasing to God. 1 Peter 1:2

Why God Gives Us the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit's presence in our lives is God's mark of ownership. Ephesians 1:13-14

How the Holy Spirit Works in Our Lives. The holy Spirit draws us to Christ, enters our life at conversion, and empowers us as we allow him to work in our life. John 14:15-16

Why Christians Need the Holy Spirit. Living the Christian life is impossible without the Holy Spirit's help. Galatians 5:16

Check Out The Facts!

Throughout this page we've shown you some of the verses in the Bible that back-up our text. Part of your growing relationship with Christ is checking out these facts for yourself.

John 16:7 "But it is actually best for you that I go away, because if I don't, the Counselor won't come. If I do go away, he will come because I will send him to you."

1 Peter 1:2 "God the Father chose you long ago, and the Spirit has made you holy. As a result, you have obeyed Jesus Christ and are cleansed by his blood. May you have more and more of God's special favor and wonderful peace."

Ephesians 1:13-14 "And now you also have heard the truth, the Good News that God saves you. And when you believed in Christ, he identified you as his own by giving you the Holy Spirit, whom he promised long ago. The Spirit is God's guarantee that he will give us everything he promised and that he has purchased us to be his own people. This is just one more reason for us to praise our glorious God."

John 14:15-16 "If you love me, obey my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, who will never leave you."

Galatians 5:16 "So I advise you to live according to your new life in the Holy Spirit. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves."

Excerpts from the New Living Translation