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Friendship with the Holy Spirit – Part 1

Vladimir Savchuk

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September 26, 2023

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The Bible passages highlight different levels of understanding and relationship with the Holy Spirit: foggy, familiar, fellowship, and friendship. The Holy Spirit is portrayed as the ruler of heaven’s wealth and sent to find a bride for Jesus. The Holy Spirit desires a personal relationship, symbolized by the request for a drink in Genesis 24:17. Communion with the Holy Spirit is a key aspect of the Christian faith, emphasizing a personal connection with Him. The Holy Spirit is presented as a person with a mind, will, and emotions, capable of speaking and being grieved. Service and obedience to the Holy Spirit lead to receiving His gifts and blessings. Leaving behind negative influences (represented by Laban) is necessary for spiritual growth and deeper fellowship with the Holy Spirit.