The Holy Spirit: Old Testament Empowerment

The third installment of the Holy Spirit series focuses on the Spirit's empowerment of various individuals and groups of people as recorded in biblical history prior to the incarnation of the Son of God and his consequent gift of the Spirit to repentant, believing humanity following his crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension. Some of the various functions for which people were empowered are highlighted, in addition to the distinction between the Spirit's empowerment of people before and after the Son of God's incarnation.

Audio and notes from this Mar. 7, 2012, presentation are available here, or by clicking the Holy Spirit link in the upper right hand column.

The Holy Spirit & OT Fallen Humanity

The second installment of the Holy Spirit series focuses on the limitations of the Spirit's role in effecting redemption under the Mosaic Covenant. The lesson begins by first considering the nature of the relationship of the Holy Spirit to original humanity prior to human rebellion against God. This is done with a view towards the redemption of humanity wrought in Christ which will ultimately fully restore the image of God in man as exhibited in Jesus. The lesson concludes with an overview of the Old Testament promise of the Spirit's indwelling and transforming God's people.

Audio and notes from this Feb. 15, 2012, presentation are available here, or by clicking the Holy Spirit link in the upper right hand column.

The Person of the Holy Spirit

The first installment of the Holy Spirit series focuses on the personhood of the third member of the trinity after an introduction stressing the importance of learning more about God's Spirit. His immaterial nature and holiness are addressed before delving into his divinity, both in terms of his attributes and his relationship to the Father and the Son.

Audio and notes from this Feb. 8, 2012, presentation are available here, or by clicking the Holy Spirit link in the upper right hand column.