How do we know the doctrine of the Holy Spirit is true?
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The doctrine of the Holy Spirit is affirmed through Scripture, particularly in Acts 2, where God fulfills His promise by sending the Spirit to empower believers in their witness.
The truth of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit is firmly rooted in the biblical narrative, especially as presented in Acts 2, where Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit is fulfilled. This passage demonstrates not only the arrival of the Spirit but also the transformative effects on the apostles and the resulting powerful preaching of the gospel, leading to the conversion of thousands. Additionally, the ongoing work of the Spirit in the lives of believers today—testifying, convicting, and empowering—affirms the reality and significance of the Holy Spirit's ministry as understood in sovereign grace theology. This is supported by scriptural teachings about the Spirit's role in regeneration and sanctification.
Scripture References:
Acts 2:1-4, Hebrews 1:1-2, Acts 19:1-6, John 7:39, Romans 8:9, John 3:5-6, Romans 8:14, Joel 2:28-32, Acts 2:16-21, Romans 8:9-17, Romans 8:26-27, John 14:26, John 16:13, Ephesians 1:13-14, John 16:7, Acts 13:2, Romans 8:9-11, Romans 8:16, 1 John 5:9-10, John 16:7-8, Acts 2, Galatians 3:2
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