Air is a good metaphor for the Holy Spirit because

You can only see it by what it does

When we became a Christian we received

A temporary filling of the Holy Spirit

Jesus told the disciples that it was to their advantage that he goes away because

The Spirit would become their teacher

Then they could do even greater works than Jesus

Jesus' Spirit could then live in them

When the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, which of the following did NOT happen

The disciples began to speak in other languages

People thought the disciples were drunk

What seemed to be flames of fire rested on each of the disciples

The Doctrine Of The Holy Spirit

1.

Air is a good metaphor for the Holy Spirit because
- A.
  
  It can be powerful
- B.
  
  You can't see it
- C.
  
  You can't live without it
- D.
  
  You can only see it by what it does
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
Air is a good metaphor for the Holy Spirit because it can be powerful, just like the Holy Spirit's ability to bring about change and transformation. Additionally, you can't see air, similar to how the Holy Spirit is often described as invisible or intangible. Furthermore, just as we cannot live without air, the Holy Spirit is seen as essential for spiritual life and growth. Lastly, we can only see air by observing its effects, which is also true for the Holy Spirit as we can see its presence through the impact it has on individuals and communities.

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2.

The Holy Spirit is a force of God which carries out God's will without mind, emotion or will.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The Holy Spirit is a person who has mind, emotion and will.

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3.

We don't get more of the Holy Spirit, rather He gets more of us.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that the Holy Spirit is not something that can be quantified or measured. It is not about receiving more of the Holy Spirit, but rather about surrendering ourselves completely to the Holy Spirit's guidance and allowing Him to have full control over our lives. It is a continuous process of submitting ourselves to God's will and allowing the Holy Spirit to work in and through us.

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4.

When we became a Christian we received
- A.
  
  A portion of the Holy Spirit
- B.
  
  All of the Holy Spirit
- C.
  
  A temporary filling of the Holy Spirit
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. All of the Holy Spirit

Explanation
When we became a Christian, we received all of the Holy Spirit. This means that as believers, we have the full presence and power of the Holy Spirit dwelling within us. The Holy Spirit guides us, empowers us, and helps us grow in our relationship with God. This is a fundamental belief in Christianity, as the Holy Spirit is seen as an essential part of the Trinity and plays a crucial role in the life of a believer.

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5.

One of the most important things needed for a person to become a Christian is that they need to be convicted about their sin. This is why we need to make sure people know how sinful they are.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It is the job of the Holy Spirit to convict unbelievers of their sin.

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6.

Jesus told the disciples that it was to their advantage that he goes away because
- A.
  
  The Spirit would become their teacher
- B.
  
  The Spirit would guide them
- C.
  
  Then they could do even greater works than Jesus
- D.
  
  Jesus' Spirit could then live in them
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
Jesus told the disciples that it was to their advantage that he goes away because the Spirit would become their teacher, guide them, and enable them to do even greater works than Jesus. Additionally, Jesus' Spirit could then live in them.

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7.

Jeseus said he could do nothing of His own initiative.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because in the Bible, Jesus often emphasized that He only did what His Father in heaven instructed Him to do. He repeatedly stated that He came to fulfill the will of God and not to do His own will. This shows that Jesus recognized His dependence on God and did not act independently or on His own initiative.

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8.

Just as God was the initiator of all that Jesus said and did, so Jesus wants the Holy Spirit to have the same influence on us.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Jesus, being the Son of God, had a close relationship with God and was guided by the Holy Spirit in all that He said and did. In the same way, Jesus desires for the Holy Spirit to have a similar influence on His followers. This means that the Holy Spirit should be the initiator and guide of our thoughts, words, and actions, just as it was for Jesus. Therefore, the statement is true.

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9.

When the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, which of the following did NOT happen
- A.
  
  The disciples began to speak in other languages
- B.
  
  People thought the disciples were drunk
- C.
  
  What seemed to be flames of fire rested on each of the disciples
- D.
  
  They began dancing for joy
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. They began dancing for joy

Explanation
The correct answer is "They began dancing for joy". This is because there is no mention in the question or in the context of the Holy Spirit coming at Pentecost that the disciples began dancing for joy. The other options are mentioned in the question itself - the disciples speaking in other languages, people thinking they were drunk, and flames of fire resting on each of the disciples.

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10.

Although the Apostle John spoke about the Holy Spirit in his Gospel and Epistles, Paul on the other hand had very little to say about the Holy Spirit.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Paul referred to the Holy Spirit over 75 times in his Epistles.

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11.

According to Paul in Romans 8, the only way to overcome the law of the flesh is through
- A.
  
  The Bible
- B.
  
  Conviction
- C.
  
  Rejection of the law
- D.
  
  The law of the Spirit
- E.
  
  The gifts of the Spirit
Correct Answer
D. The law of the Spirit

Explanation
In Romans 8, Paul explains that the only way to overcome the law of the flesh is through the law of the Spirit. He emphasizes that those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit, leading to life and peace. By relying on the guidance and empowerment of the Holy Spirit, believers can resist the desires of the flesh and live in obedience to God's will. This contrasts with relying on the law, which only exposes our sinful nature but does not provide the power to overcome it.

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12.

The true test of whether someone has the Holy Spirit living inside of them is by observing their use of their spiritual gifts.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It's by observing if they are producing the Fruit of the Spirit.

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The Doctrine Of The Holy Spirit

Air is a good metaphor for the Holy Spirit because

The Holy Spirit is a force of God which carries out God's will without mind, emotion or will.

We don't get more of the Holy Spirit, rather He gets more of us.

When we became a Christian we received

One of the most important things needed for a person to become a Christian is that they need to be convicted about their sin. This is why we need to make sure people know how sinful they are.

Jesus told the disciples that it was to their advantage that he goes away because

Jeseus said he could do nothing of His own initiative.

Just as God was the initiator of all that Jesus said and did, so Jesus wants the Holy Spirit to have the same influence on us.

When the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, which of the following did NOT happen

Although the Apostle John spoke about the Holy Spirit in his Gospel and Epistles, Paul on the other hand had very little to say about the Holy Spirit.

According to Paul in Romans 8, the only way to overcome the law of the flesh is through

The true test of whether someone has the Holy Spirit living inside of them is by observing their use of their spiritual gifts.