What the Holy Spirit Gives us
THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING — WHAT THE HOLY SPIRIT GIVES US
Jas 1:17 Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above; it comes down from the Father of lights [the Creator and Sustainer of the heavens], in whom there is no variation [no rising or setting] or shadow cast by His turning [for He is perfect and never changes].
Jas 1:18 It was of His own will that He gave us birth [as His children] by the word of truth, so that we would be a kind of first fruits of His creatures [a prime example of what He created to be set apart to Himself–sanctified, made holy for His divine purposes].
- Communication
Eph 4:29 Do not let unwholesome [foul, profane, worthless, vulgar] words ever come out of your mouth, but only such speech as is good for building up others, according to the need and the occasion, so that it will be a blessing to those who hear [you speak].
If the Holy Spirit is at work:
Our words become cleaner
Our tone becomes calmer
Our intent becomes clearer
Our speech becomes more life-giving
- CONSTANT COMPANIONSHIP
| Paraklētos | One called alongside; Helper |
You may feel alone, but you are never alone.
The Spirit reminds you: ‘I’m with you always
- John 14:16–17
- Hebrews 13:5
- Psalm 139:7–10
- CONVICTION
| Elegchō | To expose, convince, correct with truth |
Conviction is not condemnation — it is God calling you into who you really are.
- John 16:8
- Acts 2:37
- Psalm 51:10–11
- CORRECTION
| Paideia | Training, discipline, maturity development |
Correction isn’t punishment — it’s preparation.
God corrects because He’s not done with you.”
- Hebrews 12:5–11
- Proverbs 3:11–12
- 2 Timothy 3:16–17
- COMFORT in trouble times
| Comfort | Paraklēsis | Comfort that strengthens |
The world numbs pain; the Spirit heals pain.
He gives peace when life brings pressure.
- John 14:26–27
- 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
- Romans 8:26
- CALLING
| Kaleō / Klēsis | To summon, appoint for purpose |
The Spirit doesn’t just save you — He sends you. He equips you for purpose, service, Kingdom impact.
- Acts 13:2
- Romans 8:14
- 1 Corinthians 12:4–7
- COURAGE
| Dynamis | – Power, ability, boldness |
The Holy Spirit gives you boldness you don’t naturally have — courage to stand, speak, and believe.
- Acts 1:8 — “You shall receive power…”
- Acts 4:31 — They were filled with the Spirit and spoke the Word boldly.
- 2 Timothy 1:7 — Not fear, but power, love, and sound mind.
- COUNSEL
| Hodegeō | Guidance, direction, leading |
The Spirit gives wisdom beyond your education — divine guidance for decisions and direction.
- John 16:13 — He will guide you into all truth.
- Isaiah 11:2 — The Spirit of wisdom and understanding.
- Romans 8:14 — The sons of God are led by the Spirit of God.
THE HOLY SPIRIT GIVES US
- Constant Companionship — You are never alone.
- Comfort — Peace when life brings pressure.
- Conviction — Direction, not condemnation.
- Correction — Preparation, not punishment.
- Calling — Purpose and empowerment.
- Courage — Boldness to walk out your faith.
- Counsel — Wisdom and guidance for life.