FOR FURTHER STUDY
- The Holy Spirit is mentioned 85 times in the Old Testament. As you read the Old
Testament circle each mention of the Holy Spirit. This study will help you understand
His ministry before New Testament times. If you completed the similar assignment for
the New Testament given in Chapter Two, you will have a complete study of the Holy
Spirit marked right in your own Bible. - The gift of the Holy Spirit was given as a fulfillment of promises which dated back to
Old Testament times. Study these promises of the Holy Spirit:
Old Testament:
Isaiah 28:11- 12
Joel 2:28- 29
Isaiah 44:3
New Testament:
John 7:38-39; 14:16-18; 15:26; 16:7- 11
Acts 1:4,5,8; 2:38- 39
Galatians 3:14
Luke 24:49
- Have you experienced the baptism of the Holy Spirit? If not, follow the guidelines given
in this chapter to receive it. - Review the purposes for tongues discussed in this chapter. Which of these purposes have
you witnessed in the use of other tongues? - Review the objections to speaking in tongues which were discussed in this lesson. Think
about how you will respond the next time you hear one of these objections raised.