What You Need to Know About the Holy Spirit|With Costi Hinn

[@ForeverSeekingChristTV]

He’s EXTREMELY RIGHT! I became a born again Christian 2 months ago and got wiped clean by The Christ and filled with the Holy Spirit and complete 360 in my life and I never had a bible AND nobody condemned me saying I need Jesus or should be a Christian. I just simply one night called out to Jesus Christ asking for the Truth and it was given to me. The One True God is Everything and Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. And definitely nobody goes to the Father but through him. Knock and Jesus will answer. He answered to me who was a very sinful person before all this. Amen!

[@NancyBeee]

I just read this about who to pray to: “The Father hears our prayers, the Son makes way for our prayers to be heard, and the Spirit helps us pray.”

[@christimarie4298]

The Holy Spirit is very much alive. I was so lost in the New Age and he called me back - literally and audibly.

[@Jujub826]

Thank you Father for sending your only begotten son. Thank you Jesus for laying down your life for all of us and saving us. Thank you Holy Spirit for testifying of the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. Only through The Spirit can we call Jesus Lord 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@MelissaDougherty]

Well said.

[@davidjarvie9546]

I was avoiding Costi for a long time because I thought he was like his uncle but now I know that he isn't anything like Benny Hinn.i am so sorry for for not checking him out personally but now I'm subscribed to him channel...thanks Melissa for having Costi on your channel. 🇬🇧🙏🙏🙏

[@KM-zn3lx]

However, it sounds like he went totally reformed? I attended a mildly charismatic church with my husband but decided not to become a member because their declaration that evidence of baptism of the HS is by speaking in tongues which the Bible doesn't say that. Also I am uncomfortable with women pastors. But a Baptist pastor is a church I attended recently preached cessationism. I can't buy that either, nor reformed theology.

[@ricksonora6656]

@@KM-zn3lxGive yourself time and keep studying your Bible. Overcoming bad teaching isn’t easy.

[@corinneperegrini6003]

Yes, praise God his eyes opened to the deceptions and errors of the hypercharismatic movement he was involved in. Humbling himself and went to study the bible. However, from what I've listened from him, he seems to hold to the calvinist doctrine which I beleive is not biblical. Lets remember so, that God still does mighty work even in the midst of humans errors. Talking about the Holy Spirit, we know that once born again, He indwell in us, guiding us, convicting us, conforting us and leading us in Spirit and in Truth🙏 So, listen to teachings but be a good bereans and check everything you hear against the Word of God in its context. "‭‭Acts‬ ‭17:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ [11] These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so." God bless you

[@amyk87]

@@KM-zn3lx Costi is reformed but from my observation not a Calvinist. He believes in free will. If you want solid Scriptural teaching, I highly recommend Pastor Mike Winger if you’ve never watched him. He’s excellent, backs up everything he says with the Bible, and definitely not a reformed Calvinist in any way.

[@corinneperegrini6003]

Thank you Father God for giving us Your only begotten Son Jesus Christ🙏 Thank you Jesus Christ for sending us the Holy Spirit🙏 Thank you Holy Spirit for indwelling us (for those that are born again christians) and guiding us in Spirit and in Truth🙏

[@cherylt.2444]

I agree with Costi on most things, i do think he dips across a fine line here with praying "to" the Spirit instead of "in or with" the Spirit. There were no verses given to support only the teachings of other men. I do agree we should try keep peace in disagreement when it is not a salvation issue. Love your channel sister.

[@logicalreasoning4019]

yes this exactly!

[@RobertLee-tv4hc]

Costi Hinn and Justin Peters are indirecly responsible for me finding Redeemer Bible Church in Gilbert, AZ. They don't know it, but I was ready to give up on finding a biblicaly sound church umtil I watched Justin & Costi interveiw and found Costi was at a church close to my house. Now my whole family attends regularly. All Praise to God.

[@patriciaryan1716]

Absolutely The Spirit does the work, transformation, and hearing the Gospel. I love that. Yes

[@cathietucker3369]

I was recently convicted in my heart and for the past two weeks have been acknowledging Holy Spirit in my prayers. This has been a wonderful confirmation to me. Thank you for being part of my joy!

[@nicolebembridge663]

Thoroughly enjoyed this convo. It rekindled my early childhood convictions that my father taught me.. pray to the Holy Spirit and talk to Him because he indwells us.

[@fredzurcher7118]

Father is the mind, Son is the word, and Spirit is the breath.

[@EmunahFL]

13:08 = Yes, exactly. We need discernment. With discernment, we'll have that balance, biblicality, etc.

[@semily1034]

During my slow journey back home to God, while laying in bed, back in December of 2022, I prayed for the Lord to please help me tear down whatever walls I have built within my life that kept me separated from him. At the moment I spoke those words, intense light flowed through my eyes & a fierce wind entered through my feet consuming me fully to the point of slightly elevating my whole body off the bed. Fear entered my mind & then I audibly heard in a booming voice “Fear not for I AM the Holy Spirit, know that IAM! I was literally paralyzed for quite awhile. Unable to make any movement at all & my only thought was… it wouldn’t matter if I ever moved again. For now I have been touched by God!!

[@tonizzle29]

One thing I appreciate about Melissa is that she engages in conversations with Calvinist pastors too.

[@OrondeB]

Cause at the end of the day, she holds to biblical orthodoxy. We should always agree on the main things of the faith. Whether we’re Arminian, Calvinist, Provisionist etc.. as long as we’re holding onto the core tenants of the faith, we are brothers and sisters in Christ. That’s what makes the body of Christ so beautiful! Regardless of theological background (as long as it is not heresy), we’re family. I really appreciate your comment🙏🏾

[@ChristIsLord247]

​@@OrondeBunfortunately not everyone is like that.

[@toolegittoquit_001]

It's almost as if one needs to apologize for believing in the Sovereignty of God 😳

[@OrondeB]

@@ChristIsLord247 true

[@johnwhoissavedbygrace9975]

By Calvinist you mean one who follows the biblical doctrines of grace, yes he is and as he should be!

[@1rotbed]

The Holy Spirit is never self-aggrandizing! The Holy Spirit always points to the Jesus, God the Son. You know you have the HS if you trust and obey Jesus.

[@clay5418]

This is exactly right

[@pattih7]

I can sense when it’s the Holy Spirit is speaking to me about something, and know to follow through. He’s quiet and gentle, giving direction and answers, or reminders. Brief and simple, but you definitely know it’s Him, and thank give thanks. I do struggle, sometimes, addressing Him, like many do. I’m 72, and it’s taken many years, many stumbles and falls, to even realize a smidgen of how God works with His children, or draws people to Him. We are learning until our last breath, and/or until Christ comes back for us. Well learn in Heaven, Through Eternity! May God recieve all Glory! Thank you for speaking on these things, today! A blessed Christmas to all here❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏

[@Lola-eh9cp]

Trust and obey the Father ♥️

[@RAY.POLARIS]

Let me tell you something straight. If the holy Spirit is on you , you're becoming the SON OF MAN , the Messiah, just as Jesus Christ was. Period. There is no other way around it.

[@nathanrunkle2128]

Mary( mother of Jesus), was part of the “120”, on the ,DAY-OF-PENTECOST,when the Holy-Ghost was 1st ‘poured-out’,ie,Mary talked-in-tongues !!(HEY! She TRULLY knew JESUS fathered himself into this world)( he being; GOD-IN-THE FLESH,told Phillip;when he see me,you see the Father)! ………Truth-Seekers end up in 1 ness-Pentecostalism,(one of fastest growing ‘denominations ‘ in the world,(not,due to our leaders,ha ha,but due to,TRUTH &we even get Amish!!) )………I’am a;father,son,uncle-that doesn’t make me (3) PERSONS ! ! !(every ,back-from- dead account I’ve read ……… they ONLY. SEE JESUS. !!!

[@stevesolis4807]

I appreciate Melissa's question, before we had a bible: Romans 2:12-16 I think it's answered here. 12 For all who have sinned without the law will also perish without the law, and all who have sinned under the law will be judged by the law. 13 For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but the doers of the law who will be justified. 14 For when Gentiles, who do not have the law, by nature do what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. 15 They show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness, and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even excuse them 16 on that day when, according to my gospel, God judges the secrets of men by Christ Jesus.

[@micahmelodyplays]

Very good interview! Costi's videos helped me several years ago when I accidentally ventured into an NAR church for a few months. The Holy Spirit was the first to nudge me and praise the Lord for our Helper.

[@pmnoble4959]

So true about the roles of Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

[@Acts-1915]

The Holy Spirit is YOUR dude! He's in the trenches WITH YOU! Thank you, God!

[@dianeexley1709]

Thanks Costi and Melissa! ❤️✝️🙏

[@youaregodspursuit-47]

David danced bringing the Ark back... Scripture tells us to lift holy hands... Ruth laid at the feet of her kinsman redeemer... there are singers around the thrown of God... There is emotion involved in responding to the kindness of God and we are free to respond out of overwhelming love. Holy, holy is the Lord!

[@angelajackson3258]

Costi is among my favorite messengers of Gods truth!

[@gmacard5478]

Wonderful balanced explanation on the Holy Spirit! That pendulum can swing far sometimes, we need that plum line for sure!

[@karenlippett4342]

Thank you both so much. May the grace of the LORD Jesus Christ, and the love of GOD and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with us all forevermore Amen. The fellowship of the Holy Spirit will be with us……. Never ending O LORD thank YOU

[@RobertLee-tv4hc]

Sister Melissa, thank for having Costi on your video. We love him, he helped pastor at our church (Redeemer Bible Church -Gilbert,AZ.) until he was able to launch his own church ( Shepherd's House Bible Church) a couple of years to go in Chandler, AZ. He had an amazing testimony and dies a great job of sharing God's word. Keep up the good fight. Love to share your videos, especially to help JW's out if their deception.

[@lauramikow2381]

Great conversation and so needed! Thank you, Costi and Melissa!

[@Ezra821]

I’ve recently been learning lots about the Holy Spirit and this is spot on I love it!

[@mrscindymargaret2736]

Amen. Do EVERYTHING as unto The Lord.

[@ellesmith4532]

More reasons to thank the Lord for bringing us to Shepherd’s House Bible Church! Thank you Costi, for being so available to share good teaching! I have loved your ministry, too, Melissa for quite a while! It’s actually because of you and Doreen, that I found this wonderful church and pastor!

[@mariagaytan7149]

Costi is one of my favorite preachers!!! Iv been enjoying your videos as well !!! Good job in all you do

[@barbarawiggins4403]

Thank you. I needed this today. Blessings to both of you.

[@namelesswreck6383]

Whatever you need to know about the spirit of God would be taught to you by the spirit of God, as you get closer to him by reading his word. John 16:13 But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.

[@sharondoan1447]

Very good point!

[@allthings2allmen]

So many teachers skip right over the part where it says you have no need that any man teach you. I like teachers and always have. But I'm not the itching ears type. I don't mind hearing, listening through and chewing on what's presented. I'm not immediately threatened, but I have an indwelling Holy Spirit and a BRAIN. I don't have to repent for using this brain as long as I lean not on my own understanding. I also won't lean on the understanding of many 'teachers'. (oh boy! I could go on...)

[@DonnaDiane74]

This is the best conversation I never knew I needed to hear.

[@samuelflores1419]

What I've learned is that the Holy Spirit is Not a Feeling or an Experience according to scripture. It's not about feeling electricity or jumping around like a nut and speaking gibberish. That said I did all this and thought I was Godly and had the Holy Spirit. I was wrong. God bless you both and your ministries To God be All the Glory! By the way I'm that guy that will Scream Hallelujah in the middle of a sermon! Getting the book and subscribing to you both! God truly is Good!!!

[@sharondoan1447]

Without having yet watched the complete video, this thought kind of popped into my mind. When the Apostles asked Jesus to teach them to pray, Jesus responded “ Our Father who art in Heaven ….” This , it seems to me, is probably the chief reason we do not think about praying to the Holy Spirit. Also , Jesus told the Apostles that if they asked God for anything in Jesus’s own name …… The Holy Spirit works differently. It is through the work of the Holy Spirit that we have been brought to faith without our asking . Such an interesting topic. My mind is filled with thoughts about the Holy Spirit. Cannot imagine my life without the Holy Spirit .

[@lisawillis3]

Wow, I had no idea! I know the HS intercedes for us but never realized I could amp up my prayer life, I want to read the book. Thank you!,

[@newyorknight]

Just purchased Costi's book. I'm looking forward to reading about the Holy Spirit 🙏

[@marymatthews9766]

we just proclaim the gospel and GOD brings the increase....

[@tilewajohnson4427]

Costi got it spot on. When a person starts reforming their beliefs they more often than not find themselves on the extreme side of being conservative and nitpicking ever action done by others in the church setting. I myself struggled and continue to struggle (though now at a lesser degree) to find the balance. Getting there with God's help.

[@serenabell1971]

I came out of oneness Pentecostalism and it has taken me decades to better understand the God-head. I still don’t and in my finite mind won’t be able to completely grasp how He (God) works. Today, I learned more about the HolySpirit. I know that He is God, but have never prayed to Him. I have used “Lord” to address God when I’m not sure. I will continue, but speak more directly to Him. I am so thankful for the Holy Spirit who has worked deeply worked in my life!

[@helenpeddycord2241]

Thank you Costi & Melissa! Such a wonderful, true and blessed discussion. God bless🙏🏻

[@rubygomez5787]

Yessssss!! This is so on time. 🙌🏽🙌🏽✨

[@AbidethForever]

Wow - such a great commentary from Costa Hinn! There's so much derision from the reformed and charismatic camps unable to come to terms with the work of the Spirit and how He's visibly working His power through believers. Such a refreshing way to see that believers can physically respond by raising their hands in worship and maybe crying to sincerely display thanks and gratitude. The "FROZEN CHOSEN" is a choice as there's nothing wrong with being reserved. But when the Spirit moves in that sound, Biblical way, it's obvious.

[@wiggydebates3944]

Thanks for this conversation! Just ordered the book.

[@barbaraburke1676]

Just ordered this book, looking forward to reading this also. God bless you Costi and Melissa. 🤗❤️📖🕊

[@aw6707]

Loved this! Biblical, refreshing, and encouraging. Thank you both.

[@ignaciomeneses1]

Hello Mellisa, the following is a very valid comment from the gospel coalition: (quote) “when he -Costi- encourages us to worship and pray to the Spirit, it might have been helpful to ask why such things are never commanded nor modelled in the Bible” (end quote) ¿could you please provide your own comments? Regards and blessing from Guatemala!

[@Hyberlol]

ALWAYS pray in the Name of Christ. That is qualifier.

[@b.eunice]

I’m so glad you two got to work together. ❤️ my favorite people. I love Costi’s humbleness and love for God and His word!

[@ericajackson2380]

This conversation is needed❤❤❤

[@missinglink_eth]

Beautiful Q&A❤ Best 30 minutes on the Holy Spirit I’ve seen in forever. This book is going on my reading list.

[@nathanielriesterer9103]

I'm 9 min in and totally agree with Costi.

[@samanthagraveswalters8443]

Thank you for this Costi ❤

[@andreachalifoux4513]

Thank you for this interview, Melissa and Costi. I just ordered the book and am looking forward to reading it. 2023 has been a year of me growing deeper in my knowledge and relationship with the Holy Spirit and I am really looking forward to growing even more in 2024.

[@vigneshiyer4334]

You are growing in grace Melissa... God bless

[@lucysnowe31]

This was a great interview -- very helpful. Thank you, Melissa and Costi. (Off topic but Melissa's new eyebrow look is 🔥! Love it.)

[@nanmurray2988]

Excellent video, Melissa. I needed to hear this message, praise God ❤.

[@SearchScripture]

This was so good!!!! Thanks!!!! 🔥🔥🤍🔥🔥

[@yvonnetitus2]

I am so encouraged about the whole “balance” concept. Thank you!

[@charlesmorris8791]

Great teaching, thank both of you very much for sharing. May God Bless you, your loved ones, and everyone who hears this message. The Spirit and the Bride say, Come Lord Jesus...

[@ubombogirl]

i always enjoy a good convo with costi hinn...thanks, melissa 🥰

[@jerryloufretz1797]

Wow, I needed to hear this. Ive been dry as a bone, come Holy Spirit.

[@zenyattamondatta7757]

Maybe some people are afraid to pray to and speak to the Holy Spirit for two reasons: 1) Jesus and God in their Heavenly Realm or wherever They choose to be is one thing. Saying, "there's another Spirit in here with me...all the time" is another. To follow, 2) maybe some people think if you directly acknowledge the Holy Spirit, He will convict you day and night! I was raised Baptist. I don't remember this issue being addressed. I find it awkward to talk to the Holy Spirit but I know He's real and He's here with me always. I want to get over that awkwardness. He is, after all, the Comforter.

[@pauleuvino6246]

Melissa, spending part of my Christmas listening and watching your videos!! Thank you so much for doing these!! Especially for making the Scriptures more understandable!! Hope you are having a nice Christ centered Christmas with family and loved ones!! Looking forward to all you have for your listeners next year!! Thank you!

[@goshi132]

What a confirmation through Pastor Costi and Mellisa!! It is so true the Holy Spirit does the work. God bless you and your loved ones. Happy New Year.Thanks to the Holy Spirit.

[@rebeccaberton4144]

Melissa, this was a very HELPFUL interview. Thank you for bringing this book to our attention. May God continue to bless you, your family, and your ministry. Rebecca Berton Tampa, FL

[@phearlesspharaoh3697]

Btw I do not support Calvinism “reformed” theology but i had been a Christian for like 20 years and didn’t quite understand the Holy Spirit until i read “Good Morning Holy Spirit” by Benny Hinn. He opened my heart up and helped me understand who he is and how he works. I know people discount Benny (like Costi did) because of the prosperity Gospel, but he still has some worth. When you’re Praying God the father in the name of the son you’re praying by the power of the Holy Spirit. I talk to the holy spirit and speak in tongues (since i was 9) but praying to him? I’ll keep an open mind but i’ll look into it.

[@ThorfinnSkullsplitter-fz7ff]

Hey Costi! Enjoy your interviews. Will check out your church one of these times, soon, when I'm visiting Mesa. Cheers!

[@mikem3789]

God of Spirit. God the Father Jesus Christ the son of God The Holy Spirit Jesus Christ is Lord! Praise The Lord, He is worthy to be praised!

[@Lilyofthevalleygardens]

I had completely suppressed the "fire tunnel" I had to do as staff. Lol I really enjoyed this conversation and still struggle with finding that balance.

[@carolync6446]

What is the fire tunnel at Bethel?

[@Lilyofthevalleygardens]

@@carolync6446 I wasn't at Bethel, I was at another prayer room who copied Bethel. It's when everyone lines up in two rows. Think of when you throw rice at a bride and groom and people walk through. People pray for you, speak gibberish, scream, cry, touch you, poke you in the stomach, grab your head etc. trying to get you "slaine" in the spirit. People start convoluting and falling over, pretending they feel something supernatural happening.

[@carolync6446]

Omy… yes I do know that “type” of stuff- especially being pushed down and acting like it was the Holy Spirit- 2 very different things- flesh versus Spirit.. thanks for answering and clarifying.

[@longstreet2740]

Never bothered too much about 'charismatic' practice in my early years of my Chrisitan life ( 1970s ) till I 'sought' (through mystical means ) 'tongues experience' sincerely believing this was a means by with I could draw closer to GOD and have victory over life's struggles. This was after 3 years of fellowshipping in a more reformed minded group . Bottomline: this 'experience' caused me to doubt my salvation and prior discernment. Subsequent teachings by Lordship ( John Macarthur ) just deepened my depression and confusion.

[@mamame5519]

God made us for relationship with him. Sin and our disobedience pushed us apart. Jesus died and tore that vail between us if we accept it! Jesus said we must be born again. Born again is repentance from sin, turning away from sin. Be baptized in water for the remition of sin. We die to ourselves and rise to Christ, washing us clean and being made a new creation! Then we get baptized with Holy Spirit (yes, evidence of this can be speaking in tongues. Also the fruit of a changed life.) Once you are born again, praise God we are now able to be in relationship with God!!! We can't be in his presence and not be changed! Live in relationship with Our Heavenly Father and in obedience to him as you look more like him as you go! I hope that makes sense and wherever you are at in this process, keep seeking him! Jesus said seek and you will find ❤ He wants relationship with you, he loves you!

[@libertylarochelle8517]

Thank you Melissa and Costi. ❤ Australia 🇦🇺

[@michaelgarner7268]

I always thought of the Holy Spirt as the worker providing Grace for salvation, providence, and in-dwelling sanctification.

[@joancarrillo9518]

Thanks

[@daverogg8701]

Ohmygoodness, how cool is it that, of all the male and female apologists I love and respect, you two finally connected. I just learned so much from this video, and I got as excited as Costi was getting as he spoke! Thank you, Melissa, for making this happen. I’m going to share this with a lot of folks!!!

[@chelsea14379]

Love costi books!

[@RobertLee-tv4hc]

Yeppers, good writing and easy to understand reads.😃

[@ell91231]

The Holy Spirit works in mysterious ways hallelujah

[@Mygoalweight]

He will guide us into all ways of truth. I pray for His guidance as I read the word and He is the great counselor right?

[@DavidRosario69]

Thank you so much for this. So many people equate their emotions with the Holy Spirit and do exactly what Pastor Costi Hinn said ... I was once told that God is unpredictable, so pretty much anything goes.

[@sandytaylor8482]

Great interview!

[@cassiedaniels7855]

I started by watching some of your old videos and I just have to say that you always give me a fresh perspective on things. Your work is amazing and deserves more recognition. Thank you so much for your contribution to the Christian community. 🙏

[@forthosewitheyestosee8183]

Her work will get the recognition it deserves on judgement day when Jesus casts her into the lake of fire. Repent!

[@marcelhardy1472]

Yes

[@JamieE76]

Great interview! I'm going to read his book! :)

[@rockzalt]

The parable of the wind in John 3:8 makes for some interesting contemplation since a person can not see their own thoughts until they write them down.

[@eileenmacdougall8945]

Mostly you both, to me, spoke to the simplicity of God. Thank you.

[@RandomTChance]

Good message. 🕊️

[@vmasing1965]

Religious people talking and you can feel every word resonates as true. This is so rare. I totally understand/accept the concept of praying towards Jesus and Holy Spirit. Those are not saints, there's no controversy there. It's just that I have met God the Father face to face (literally, like in the story of the burning bush). This experience overrides everything. God actively changes reality. You will not really understand this unless you share the same experience. And so I will always prefer praying to God the Father in the name of Jesus. But that's just me, and I'm an infinitesimally rare exception. I would imagine if someone has met Jesus directly, they would prolly feel especially strong connection when praying to Him.

[@hoxiefam6731]

You are right though. Jesus said we would go to the Father not him.

[@natashabeanecharlesmclean1932]

Same thing happened to me Melissa ❤

[@backyardwanderer16]

"You never graduate from the gospel." Wooo! That's good!

[@victoryhillstudioanimalpor2625]

There is a group in Pakistan who is going village to village preaching the Gospel. Thousands are being saved and miraculously healed! Story after story of God moving: destroying idols in front of village chiefs, people seeing Jesus in dreams and given Scripture that they've never heard...very "Acts-like"

[@JeffGrove-ev4zz]

The Holy Spirit empowers us to testify and witness about Jesus Christ also the temple of the Holy Spirit resides inside of us and transform us to be more like Jesus Christ, Jesus said tarry in Jerusalem until the Holy Spirit comes and you will be imbued w ith power after the Holy Spirit has come upon you in Jesus Christ name hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah hallelujah

[@timedwards5542]

Fantastic interview. Thank you

[@stevenleek1254]

Jesus gives us a clear example of how to pray to God. Paul teaches us how to pray to Jesus. Nowhere can I recall instruction on how to pray to the Holy Spirit. When, where in a life, and how often to we pray to the Holy Spirit? Do I use an oven timer with a bell to assure me I'm giving HS equal time? Do we divide our time like a pie? So, if I pray constantly and not include the HS by name am I negating the other prayers? This is making me appreciate the Muslim faith more than before. Focus, instead on defining the HS and how it functions.

[@ronhanish]

Jesus i pray you open their eyes 🙏,. Luke 24:45

[@spiritwarrior5574]

I have been learning (and teaching) that we can pray and ask the Holy Spirit directly for things. 1 Corinthians 12 talks the Holy Spirt giving us the "His gifts" according to how He sees fit, to whom He sees fit and to what level/degree of effectiveness He sees fit all for the honor and glory of Christ and to help bring others to Him. Just like Nehemiah said that quick short prayer when the king asked him what needed we can ask the Holy Spirit (sometimes very quickly) for help/guidance/use of those gifts when talking to people, for example, "Holy Spirit please help me, give me wisdom, the knowledge to help this person and the faith to see it through". We can also ask the Holy Spirit for that healing touch when needed whether that be the miraculous/instant healing, how to be that shoulder to cry on during hard times or to guide someone through the process of healing. I think asking the Holy Spirit for those things directly to with the attitude of for the edification of other believers or to help bring the unsaved to Him is the proper way of doing those kind of things.

[@ricksonora6656]

You’re on the right track. You may have missed something in 1 Corinthians 12. The chapter, as a whole, describes a hierarchy and division of labor between the Father, Son, and Spirit. The Spirit doesn’t just distribute gifts on a whim or by request. He endows gifts in accordance with the Father’s unique plan for each of His children. To seek gifts outside God’s plan is not wrong, but it is a bit like a mechanic looking for a job as an electrician. And if you obsess or demand an additional gift, or imitate a gift, it can become rebellion against God. Another common trap is failing to distinguish between one-off miracles and spiritual gifts. God answers prayers, and sometimes the answer is “Yes!” But spiritual gifts are abilities. It’s like the difference between me bowling a strike, when my average score is 80, versus a professional bowler who consistently bowls 300.

[@spiritwarrior5574]

@@ricksonora6656I get that and perhaps I should have been a little more clear. I understand that the gifts are distributed by the Holy Spirit and for some people they are more "permanent" or longer lasting in some areas if that makes sense. I think we can ask the Holy Spirit for that "infusion" of a gift or something similar to it when we are witnessing to someone unexpectedly to help us know what to do and say. I have experienced something like that myself. It probably sounded like I was saying we can just get them turned on and off at will. That was not my intent but I can see where it came across that way. Sometimes we may need that "strike" (or a few of them) when its not normal for us in the game we are currently in (the person we are witnessing to at the time). I also understand that we may only be planting seeds at the time and real harvest comes later. Sorry for the confusion there. I will keep in mind to be a little more carful in how I word things in the future

[@RAY.POLARIS]

Let me tell you something straight. If the holy Spirit is on you , you're becoming the SON OF MAN , the Messiah, just as Jesus Christ was. Period. There is no other way around it.

[@ricksonora6656]

@@RAY.POLARIS What a coincidence! In the garden, the serpent presented nearly the same temptation as you!

[@RAY.POLARIS]

@@ricksonora6656 I'm not representing any temptation, in disguise 🥸 as a serpent 🐍 trying to lead people astray. The bible says when the holy Spirit comes you're literally becoming the Messiah.

[@thomasaurand9207]

The church needs to learn to be united as they were in the upper room..

[@Dalekzilla]

The main thing to keep in mind about the Holy Spirit is that there are a LOT of people identifying as Christians walking around today who think the Holy Spirit dwells inside of them, and in fact it is an entirely DIFFERENT spirit that has fooled them and is manipulating them. Christ said, "By their fruits shall you know them". Does the "Christian" care and advocate for the poor, the sick, and the marginalized on a regular basis? Do they truly love their neighbor as themselves? OR do they preach hate and division, do they judge their neighbor (which is Christ's job), and do they admire and support ungodly, greedy, and malicious people in power or who seek power?

[@boujeebee6697]

Thank you so much for this interview. I just purchased his book by your link.

[@MsJonellovesJesus]

1 John 2:27 But the anointing which you have received from Him abides in you, and you do not need that anyone teach you; but as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things, and is true, and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, you will abide in Him.