How do we know the Holy Spirit's teaching is true?

To determine the truth of the Holy Spirit's teaching, it is crucial to understand that the Spirit's guidance always harmonizes with Scripture. Benjamin Keach emphasizes that the Holy Spirit never teaches anything that contradicts the written word. This principle helps believers discern true spiritual guidance from falsehoods. For example, 1 John 2:20-27 speaks of an 'unction from the Holy One,' indicating that believers possess the ability to know truth without needing human instruction when aligned with the Spirit's guidance.

However, Keach argues that this does not negate the role of teachers in the Church. The Spirit's instruction is fundamentally based on Scripture, and any human teaching must conform to it. Thus, believers are encouraged to weigh all teachings against the truth of God’s Word to assure themselves of the Spirit's authentic teaching.