How do we know the Holy Spirit is a divine person?
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The Holy Spirit is affirmed as a divine person in Scripture, co-equal with the Father and the Son.
Scripture clearly identifies the Holy Spirit as a divine person within the Trinity, rather than merely an influence or force. In 1 John 5:7, it states, 'For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.' This verse affirms the co-equality and necessity of all three persons of the Godhead. Jesus Himself taught about the Holy Spirit's personal role, referring to Him as 'He' in John 14-16, which emphasizes His active engagement in the lives of believers. Therefore, we affirm that the Holy Spirit is indeed a divine person who plays an essential function in our relationship with God.
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