SCRIPTURES
The Holy Spirit's ministry involves the written Word of God which is called the Holy Scriptures
or the Holy Bible. The Holy Spirit ministered by:
REVELATION:
He spoke to human writers the message of God:
For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man but holy men of
God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. (II Peter 1:21)INSPIRATION:
He guided these writers so the message would be accurate:
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for
reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness;That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good
works. (II Timothy 3:16-17)ILLUMINATION:
He enlightens human hearts to understand the message of the Gospel:
But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in
my name, He shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your
remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. (John 14:26)ISRAEL
The nation of Israel was chosen by God as a people through which He could reveal Himself and
fulfill His master plan in the world. was through Israel that the Messiah came to save men from
sin. The experiences of Israel provided an example both of success and failure for believers.
From Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, the Gospel message spread throughout the world.
The ministry of the Holy Spirit to Israel is evident from the very beginning of the nation. The
Holy Spirit: