The office of the Holy Spirit is infinite, multidimensional diverse and inexhaustible. He provides wisdom, strength, sanctification, riches, honor blessings and other necessities for the body of Christ.(Romans 11:33-36)Insensitivity to the office or ministry of the Holy Spirit has robbed many believers of many blessings. Many believe the Holy Spirit is sent so that one can speak in tongues or just to make one feel good. Many believe the ministry of the Holy Spirit is in the church gathering alone and fail to acknowledge Him in interpersonal, socioeconomic and day to day operation in the life of a believer.It is important to be aware of the infinite ministry of the Holy Spirit so that one can reach his highest potential in life. The office of the Holy Spirit cannot be limited.
1.The salvation of souls
The first major and vital work of the Holy Spirit is the salvation of souls. As the Holy Spirit comes upon a person, the spiritual veil which the devil has put on the person's heart is torn off so that the Word of God(Light) can gain entrance into the heart.(2 Corinthians 3:15-18)When Jesus stands at the door knocking, it is the Holy Spirit who opens the door of the heart to receive Christ.Once the person accepts Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the Holy Spirit forms Jesus Christ compactly in his heart(Gal.4:19) and empowers him to have the mind of Christ.(1 Corinthians 2:16).After this, the person is helped to grow in Christ by the guidance of the Holy Spirit not tossed about by every whim and whiles of the devil.The Salvation of the soul is often followed by confidence and peace of mind placed in the heart of man by the Holy Spirit.(Romans 15:13)
2.Evangelism-Soul Winning
This is the sole work of the Holy Spirit since no one will get results without the Him.Converting sinners to Christ is not by wisdom or strength of any man, but by God's Spirit as no amount of enticing words can change a man's heart.When Paul planned to evangelize Asia he was forbidden by the Holy Ghost(Acts 16:6-10)because he had not yet received power from God. Power and authority are necessary to go out and preach the gospel so as to keep one safe from demonic activity which may hinder the work. From the life of Phillip, we know that the Holy Spirit is indispensable in preaching the gospel.(Acts 8:26-28)Without the Holy Spirit, one will be sheepish and cowardly and not be bold enough to go out to evangelize.(Acts 1:8) The Holy Spirit is absolutely necessary for the work of evangelism, there should be no question about this.
3.Understanding Scriptures
It is the Holy Spirit who reveals the scriptures to believers by divine light without which one will be totally blind and lack understanding of the Word of God. The Holy Spirit is the one who inspires the writing of the scriptures.(2 Tim.3:16-17) therefore He must be consulted before reading studying or meditating on scriptures, for wisdom, understanding light, and clarity.Without the Holy Spirit's guidance, no one will ever be able to understand the scriptures, because the scriptures are spirit.(John 6:63)
4.Prayer and intercession
The Holy Spirit helps the believer in the ministry of prayer and intercession. One must make Him a friend and prayer partner to be effective and fruitful in his prayer life. (Romans 8:26-27)No one should attempt to pray without the presence of the Holy Spirit because it will lead to frustration. Learn to ask the Holy Spirit for help in prayer, supplication, and intercession.
5.Praise and worship in spiritual songs
Worship of God in spiritual songs is one of the many ways to attract God's presence. Again, this is the sole work of the Holy Spirit. As one opens his mouth to sing and worship in a genuineness of heart, the Holy Spirit floods his heart with His manifest presence and power. God inhabits the praises of His people.(Acts 16:25-26,Psalm 22:3,Psalm 149:5-9,Hebrews 2:12)Singing worship songs is a powerful way of sweet communion with the Holy Spirit and also one of the quickest ways of receiving God's attention and secrets.
6.Safety, Security, and Protection
The Holy Spirit protects believers in Christ from satanic activities. Without His help, believers will be wide open to the attack of the devil and his agents. When people plan to harm us physically or spiritually, we are delivered, by the Holy Spirit who shelters us by providing safety, security, preservation, protection, insurance, and conservation.
7.Fruitfulness in life and ministry
The Holy Spirit helps the believer to bear fruits of the Spirit so that Jesus' character begins to manifest in him. This sets apart one believer from another.(Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Timothy 4:12).
When the fruits of the Spirit is operating in a believer, it shows in the way he thinks, speaks and acts.This ultimately affects how he turns out in life.
8.Spiritual Gifts and Ministries
The Holy Spirit is the one who distributes spiritual gifts to believers so as to equip them properly for the offices or assignments given to them. All operation of the gifts of the Spirit must be surrendered to the power of the Spirit of God so as to fulfill divine plans.God does not call into an office without first equipping adequately for it (Ephesians 4:11-131 Corinthians 12:1-11,28; Romans 12:6-8;)Believers must test every spiritual gifts and administration to make sure that they are of God because not all spirits are of God.(John 6:63).
Be blessed,my friend.
