O Espírito santo

Contours of Christian Theology #6

by Sinclair B. Ferguson, Manoel Canuto (Editor), Heraldo Almeida (Illustrator)

“Altamente recomendado para cristãos zelosos que desejam aprofundar seus conhecimentos da Teologia Cristã”.
— Carl R. Trueman, Prof. de História da Igreja, Westminster Theological Seminary

“É uma exposição muito hábil da compreensão Reformada ortodoxa da pessoa e obra do Espírito Santo. O estilo é cativante, sem perder a precisão; assim, o livro é mais claramente compreendido do que muitos volumes teológicos que visam ser básicos. O total comprometimento com as Escrituras se manifesta por meio de abundantes referências e da acurada exegese de algumas passagens difíceis. Pode-se ver aqui a combinação valiosa de uma mente permeada com a verdade revelada, com um sentimento de profunda unidade na diversidade das várias administrações da aliança da graça. Podemos observar as percepções sobre a correlação das três pessoas da Trindade, do relacionamento entre o Antigo e o Novo Testamento na unidade do propósito redentivo de Deus, a conexão entre os vários elementos da soteriologia, a moderna discussão a respeito da cessação ou continuidade dos dons extraordinários, para não mencionar vários outros assuntos. O autor é bem informado, claro na apresentação de suas visões e na discussão de posições alternativas. Mais do que muitos outros teólogos ele é sereno em sua consciente obediência ao ensino das Escrituras e, portanto, generoso com aqueles com quem ele difere”.
— Roger Nicole, Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando, Florida

“Sinclair Ferguson produziu uma obra extraordinária. Este é o mais compreensivo tratado da pessoa e obra do Espírito Santo a partir de uma perspectiva Reformada desde Abraham Kuyper”.
— R. C. Sproul, Ligonier Ministries

“Em um estilo característico, Sinclair Ferguson, mais uma vez, proporciona aos leitores atentos um tratado compreensível, equilibrado e completamente bíblico de uma importante área da teologia — a doutrina do Espírito Santo. Todas as principais questões e passagens bíblicas sobre o assunto são consideradas, e o capítulo sobre o 'O Espírito Cósmico', que lida com o universalismo, por si só vale o preço do livro”.
— James M. Boice, Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“Porque este é um livro completo e fidedigno, atual e cheio de discernimento, e seu tom é pastoral e construtivo, ele está entre os melhores tratados sobre o assunto”.
— David Wells, Gordon Conwell, Theological Seminary

Genres: Theology, Christian, Nonfiction, Christianity, Faith, Reference, Biblical Studies

354 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 16, 1996

About the author

Sinclair B. Ferguson is Associate Preacher at St Peter's Free Church in Dundee and also Distinguished Visiting Professor of Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was Senior Minister of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia, South Carolina and prior to that, he was minister of St. George's-Tron Church in Glasgow.

Reviews

[Neil Kruger · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars

A very careful analysis of the Holy Spirit from an Evangelical perspective.

Ferguson is cautious where appropriate, biblically grounded and honest with his readers - he does not claim more than is warranted and guides the reader diligently to inferential conclusions.

This a beautiful example of writing with a desire to maintain biblical fidelity, retain Reformed convictions, and yet not overstate the clarity and certainty of arguments.

[Rick Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Many people talk as if the Holy Spirit were the neglected person of the Trinity, the "forgotten" person of the Trinity. Christian theology apparently focused so exclusively on the Father and the Son that it took almost 2000 years for Pentecostals and Charismatics to come around and give the Spirit the attention He deserves. This is not true.

Sinclair Ferguson presents here the clear teaching about the Holy Spirit's person and work from the Scriptures beginning with the Old Testament and moving through the life of Christ, the life of the church, and the last days. Throughout the book he draws on insights from great theologians from the past and addresses current issues in Pneumatology. The Holy Spirit has not been neglected by Christian theology over the last 2000 years, and anyone who believes otherwise has simply neglected the rich legacy of theological reflection from our Christian forebears.

[Zach Barnhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best book on the Holy Spirit that I've ever read.

[Derrick Kenyon · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5. Excellent introduction to the Spirit. Ferguson is just awesome. Highly recommend.

[Drake · Rating 5 out of 5]

Masterfully done. His emphasis on the christological and eschatological aspects of the Spirit’s work were really helpful.

[Katy Van Meter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive theology that leads to pure doxology.

[Brian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sinclair Ferguson's biblical-theological treatment on the Holy Spirit is a rich and sumptuous theological feast for any serious-minded believer who wants to know more about the so-called "shy member of the Trinity." In eleven meaty chapters, Ferguson gives a comprehensive, if not exhaustive, biblical overview of the person and work of the Holy Spirit, all along the way drawing on historical theology and charitably interacting with perspectives different from his own.

Chapter one, "The Spirit and His Story" surveys the Old Testament's more shadowy teaching on the Holy Spirit with a careful biblical-theological approach. "The Spirit of Christ" (chapter two) is an exceptionally rich chapter on the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus. Christ is seen as the quintessential "Man of the Spirit." Because his entire life was lived in the Spirit's power (Ferguson starts with his conception and moves through the various aspects of Jesus' life all the way to exaltation), Jesus is now the "Lord of the Spirit" (2 Cor. 3:18) - the One who sends the Spirit to his church to reproduce the "human holiness" of which he (Jesus) is the pattern.

This moves into the next two chapters, which focus on "The Gift of the Spirit" and "Pentecost Today?", exploring the outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost and its significance in redemptive history and for believers today. "The Spirit of Order" (chapter five) discusses the ordo salutis (order of salvation) and how the Spirit applies the redemptive work of Christ to the individual believer. This is an excellent chapter which focuses on union with Christ as the central motif for understanding how the Spirit applies salvation in our lives. Throughout both this chapter and the entire book, Ferguson writes with a solid understanding of the inaugurated eschatology of the New Testament, allowing the "already/not yet" tension to inform his treatment of the various aspects of the ordo salutis (i.e. justification, regeneration, adoption, sanctification, glorification).

"Spiritus Recreator" (chapter six) discusses the Spirit's role in the new creation, while the next chapter, "The Spirit of Holiness," explores his role in sanctification. These were two of the most helpful chapters in the book for me personally. Ferguson maintains the Christ-centeredness with which he began the book as he shows how the Spirit reproduces the image of Christ in believers through his definitive act and progressive work of sanctification. Also very edifying is chapter eight, "The Communion of the Spirit," which deals with the personal ministry of the Spirit in the life of the believer as seal, firstfruits, and earnest/guarantee.

Chapters nine and ten talk about "The Spirit and the Body" and "The Gifts of the Spirit," the former discussing the role of the sacraments under the Spirit in the life of the church and the latter addressing the issue of spiritual gifts - with Ferguson taking a firm, though gentle, cessationist position. His critiques of Wayne Grudem deserve careful reflection from all who hold a continuationist perspective. The final chapter, "The Cosmic Spirit" discusses the Spirit's work in what we might call common grace and points us forward to the eschatological fulfillment of the Spirit's work in the world.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book (the best book I read in 2008) and learned much from it. Ferguson's articulation of a Reformed view of the Holy Spirit is intelligent and persuasive. Theologians, biblical scholars, pastors, and serious layreaders would all benefit from this book.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sinclair Ferguson was a speaker at the 1997 Ligonier National Conference. RC Sproul introduced him. In doing so he shared a story that he had read in a book by Charles Allen many years prior. It went something like this: There was once a speaking contest between two men. Their topic was the 23rd Psalm. The first man took the podium and was something of a modern day Demosthenes. He was so eloquent, so inspiring, that when he finished the audience stood and cheered. The second man then came up. He was an unskilled speaker, quiet, a bit nervous perhaps, but there was something so powerfully compelling about his message that a stunned silence fell over the crowd. After the second speaker had left the stage, the moderator of the contest walked up to the microphone and said, "The first man knows the Psalm. The second knows the Shepherd."

Sproul then offered the reason for sharing that anecdote.

"I tell that story because our next speaker is a distinguished theologian of the highest magnitude...but when you hear Sinclair speak the thing that comes through is that he not only understands the depths of theology, but he knows God."

There was one more thing.

Sproul then mentioned that Ferguson had a new book out. It was called The Holy Spirit and was published as part of the Contours of Christian Theology series. Here was Sproul's opinion of it: he said it was the finest work on the Holy Spirit since Abraham Kuyper's The Work of the Holy Spirit was first published in English in the year 1900.

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

An outstanding book by one of the best theologians of the modern age. I particularly liked his discussion of the "Spirit of Christ", and the argument that Christ's power to work miracles should be ascribed of the Holy Spirit enabling him to perform wonders and cast out demons. The view, prevalent among Fundamentalists and conservative evangelicals, that the miracles should be attributed to Christ's divine nature probably reflects their inadequate understanding of Christ's humanity. For instance, did Christ know about the woman of Samaria's marital history because he was God or because the Holy Spirit endowed him with a prophetic insight. It was the latter, because otherwise you would have to assume that Christ was omniscient in his human mind, which is an impossibility as a human mind cannot be omniscient. Dr Ferguson also interacts well with the modern charismatic movement, and especially with moderate continuationists such as Wayne Grudem. This is a book which every serious Reformed thinker should read - sooner rather than later.

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

All too often, Reformed theology is accused of diminishing the Holy Spirit. Ferguson does an excellent job of proving the opposite true. Whether it be through the sacraments, our union with Christ, or our sanctification, the Spirit is at the center of our Christian lives. The chapters "The Spirit of Christ," "Spiritus Recreator," and "The Sanctifying Spirit" were personal highlights.

[Jeremy Hendon · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s hard for me to imagine giving a book 5 stars on the Holy Spirit - especially a more academic book. In many ways this one is a masterpiece, though. My soul was craving for the book to take more devotional/doxological turns. That said, I believe I am walking away with a more full view of who the Spirit is and more language to describe why I love Him so dearly.

[Spencer R · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not scintillating, but solid.

[Flynn Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

A masterful exposition of the work of the Spirit. Ferguson rightly positions pneumatology as being necessarily coupled with Christology, as the Spirit most of all seeks the glorification of the Son by accomplishing the proper union between him and his saints. Most of all, Ferguson proves that the Spirit accomplishes the comprehensive application of redemption, and Ferguson’s appreciation of those various soteriological components throughout demonstrates the Spirit’s uniqueness within the Trinitarian economy of salvation.

[Michelle Raybourn · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little dense theology but worth the read! I feel like I’m walking away from this book with more stories of the Spirit throughout the Bible and with more language to talk about the Holy Spirit with believers of different backgrounds!

[Jimmy Reagan · Rating 5 out of 5]

There’s no doubt that Sinclair Ferguson is a savvy theological writer. There’s no doubt that the Contours of Christian Theology series by IVP is a theological heavyweight either. While I couldn’t exactly call this my favorite Ferguson title, it did dig deep as the series is known to do. Books in this series don’t merely regurgitate the main tenets of a doctrine but linger where it makes sense to look under stones where treasure might be found. I always reach for this series when I’m starting a detailed study of a particular doctrine.

Chapter 1 introduces the Holy Spirit in an effort to shorten the distance that stands between Him and most believers while explaining all kinds of theological perspectives. Chapter 2 looks at the Spirit of Christ by explaining “Paraclete” and scoping out the relationship between Christ and the Spirit. Chapter 3 looks at the gift of the Spirit by examining Pentecost. Chapter 4 tackles the ongoing aspects of Pentecost. Chapters 5 through 7 wades through the Spirit’s role in salvation. I felt the author bogged down in a pet subject here. His theological positions are well known, and whether you agree or not, perhaps some of this would have fit better in a different book. Chapter 8 looks at other issues involving the Spirit and salvation like first fruits and sealing. Chapter 9 reviews the relationship between the Spirit and the body before chapter 10 dives into the explosive territory of gifts. The final chapter on the “Cosmic Spirit” serves as a great conclusion.

Ferguson always stretches my mind. Whether I agree with him or not, I always find a warmness of one who loves Christ as he writes. There’s no way I’d study the Spirit and not see what he has to say.

I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

[Calvin Coulter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive treatment of the third person of the Godhead, well worth reading. I can see this one being referred to again and again.

[Daniel Lieber · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought the opening chapter discussing the connotations/implications behind the OT Spirit referred to as “ruach” and the conception of the Holy Spirit as the executive of the power of the Godhead (this is further elaborated on in Ch. 2 as well) was particularly strong and encouraging to my developing understanding of the economy of the Trinity.

One thing that really challenged me in this book was the Chapter 2 discussion on the Spirit’s ministry to Christ. Ferguson argues that every part of Jesus’s earthly ministry was empowered by the Holy Spirit and in my opinion the plain reading of the biblical text seems to support this. A few days before, I had been reading about the kenosis and concluded that Christ “emptied himself” by addition of his humanity rather than subtraction of his divinity. To say that Christ was anything less than fully divine would be to upset His eternal oneness within the trinity (John 10:30) and undermine Christ’s very claim to deity (John 8:58, Luke 22:70). But this raises the question of how the spirit “empowered” Christ when he already possessed the fullness of divinity? Did Christ work miraculously and supernaturally by virtue of his own divinity or by the power of the Holy Spirit? However even asking this latter question, seemingly neglects the reality that all actions of God are triune. The Father, Son and Spirit never act independently of each other but in perfect unity. So although I do not have the divine knowledge of how, I think I have to say that the answer has to be in some sense that Christ worked miraculously both by virtue of his own divinity and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, while never ceasing to be truly/fully divine in the kenosis, there was a real dependence on and empowering of Christ by the Holy Spirit. Sufficient to say, this chapter through its emphasis on the Spirit’s ministry to Christ revealed a need for a category of Trinitarian Spirit Christology in my theology.

A few other topics touched on in the first half of the book include the idea of Christ’s presence through the Holy Spirit, discussion of spirit procession, and the significance of Pentecost in redemptive history and our lives today. While these sections are great to expose the readers to these conversations in pneumatology, I did not feel as definitively confident in his conclusions as I was hoping. Part of that can probably be attributed to the fact that we are dealing with questions that biblical revelation has provided some knowledge on but does not fully explain. Some of that sentiment is also likely due to my pre-existing studies and biases, such as my sympathy for Nick Needham’s more Eastern Orthodox understanding of Sprit Procession.

However, I think the biggest reason is there were some sections where I thought the author took too long or branched into too many tangents before reaching a conclusion in which case I would forget which question a particular assertion was addressing. It just felt difficult trying to track the train of thought at times in Ferguson’s work, not necessarily because it was wrong or incoherent, but more because of the way he writes.

In the second half of the book, Ferguson’s discussion of regeneration while wordy at times was very well explained and thoroughly exegetical with verse citations abounding. I thought his discussion of union with Christ was quite helpful as a reminder not to conceive of the Spirit’s application of the logical order of salvation (ordo salutis) independently from the work of Christ. His emphasis on union with Christ in our understanding of sanctification was also very thoughtful.

In fact, the concept of “union with Christ” is probably the greatest and most helpful point of emphasis across all chapters in this book. Across all the Spirit’s ministries, Ferguson emphasizes that the Spirit is applying and mediating to us what belongs to Christ.

Overall, my personal conviction is that this is a great book for someone wanting to pique their curiosity in pneumatology and ponder some of the deeper questions the subject has to offer. However, for those already familiar with these questions I think there may be other works that provide clearer answers. This book is still certainly profitable for both kinds of audiences. I’d definitely recommend the read if you have the time, but it wouldn’t necessarily be high on my priority list.

[Alexandru Croitor · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Christ has become 'life-giving Spirit'. Having the Spirit is equivalent, indeed the very mode, of having the incarnate, obedient, crucified, resurrected and exalted Christ indwelling us so that we are united to Him as He is united to the Father. (...) The trinitarian union and communion of the Father and Son in the Spirit is the analogy for the union and communion between Christ and his people (John 14:20)"

Christ became a life-giving Spirit! *ergo* pneumatology is not to be separated from Christology in any shape or form - Dr. Sinclair Ferguson presents a timely systematic work of theology in which the Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Trinity, is the main "character" and Whose identity is tied to that of being The Spirit of Christ!

The first chapter deals with introductory matters and also with the Old Testament witness of the Spirit. He then proceeds to show how Christ is *the Man of the Spirit par excellence* and how, through the Gift of the Spirit, believers are united to the incarnate Messiah! Chapter 4 deals with the meaning of Pentecost and its unrepeatability.
The role of the Spirit in the so-called ordo salutis is treated; the trait of *Spiritus recreator* (the sixth chapter, which is arguably the best chapter) is presented;
the ministry of the Spirit in producing, in believers, the *telos* of the law through the fruit of the Spirit; in helping the believer pray; in baptizing them *into one body*; in making Christ known through the sacraments; in giving His church gifts for ministry (another great chapter, especially on the issue of cessation-continuation) are all facets of His work that the author skilfully handles.
The last chapter deals with the Spirit's endowing of gifts to "the just and the unjust" (i.e common grace) -- while also making it clear that such gifts (of design and craftsmanship Ex. 31:1-15) should not be confused with the marks of the covenant bond of salvation -- and the eschatological aspect of the Holy Spirit's ministry.

A standard Reformed take on pneumatology that's been extremely profitable!

[Matt Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply magnificent. Sinclair Ferguson is, in my estimation, the greatest living theologian. His explanation of the Christian teaching about the Holy Spirit is balanced, scholarly, and thoroughly edifying.

As his focus, Ferguson considers the Person of the Spirit and then His distinct work (and, indeed, the work He accomplishes together with the Father and the Son).

Broadly, the book can be split into two main sections: how God the Holy Spirit is revealed in Scripture, and how the Holy Spirit of the Scriptures communes with us, the bride of Christ.

Of particular highlight in an all - over superb work, was his thorough deconstruction of the modern charismatic movement (while, at no point, being uncharitable) - showing how well - meaning, and otherwise orthodox folk, make serious category errors in their approach to multi - levelled prophecies.

Another highlight was Ferguson showing the Spirit's role in Christ's ministry on Earth: specifically, how the mircales and supernatural events of Christ's ministry cannot simply be attributed to the fact that He had a Divine nature, as such formulations tend to deify the human nature of Christ, making Him into a pseudo - human, pseudo - divine being with one mixed nature. Rather, Ferguson argues that supernatural, insightful knowledge was imparted by the Spirit of Christ.

The book stands as a work of great honour to the Holy Spirit, wiritten with great clarity in a time where the subject of God the Holy Spirit is in great confusion.

[Easton Tally · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars. This one was a bit of a slog for me not because it wasn’t good, but simply because I think the intended audience is those who are smarter and more well-acquainted with a study of the Spirit. I likely wouldn’t recommend to others unless the latter was true.

Even with that being said, there were still insights and beauty to be found. The Father plans, the Son accomplishes, and the Spirit applies the kind and good work of the Trinity. In the New Heavens and New Earth, “the role of the Spirit of God, who has in history exercised the executive energy of the Father and brought glory to the Son, will be seen in its consummate state. Then that for which the Spirit was given at Pentecost, and with a view to which he seals the church, will be brought to pass in totality.”

[Daniel Warne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very academic and Biblical dissertation on the Holy Spirit. Not a light read but a very challenging and thought provoking one!

[Jordan Howe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent read. Views on the Spirit and Baptism seem inconsistent with the authors paedo baptism beliefs.

[Rick Beideman · Rating 2 out of 5]

Overly intellectual (more than it needs to be in my opinion). Hard to read through. I did not find it very helpful in my personal life or understanding of the Holy Spirit.

[Tim Casteel · Rating 5 out of 5]

R. C. Sproul calls Sinclair Ferguson the world’s leading expert on the person and work of the Holy Spirit today.

Sinclair Ferguson is one of those rare authors that gives you MUCH more than you bargained for.

In reading Ferguson, you’re not just learning about the Holy Spirit, but so much more - Union with Christ, sanctification, what it means to be made in the image of God, the history of sacraments, what it means to fall short of the glory of God. In reading great authors you reap the benefit of decades of wisdom compressed into a few hundred pages.

It's not a fast read. And you'll have to look up a few words in the dictionary. But great for reading a few pages every day in your Quiet Time.

Very Biblical and Christ-centered book.
"The center of the Spirit’s ministry: to illumine the person and work of Christ."

I've been a Christian a long time and have heard the Holy Spirit taught on many times. Reading this book made me feel like I had never understood the Holy Spirit before.

[Samuel G. Parkison · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an incredible book. I only found objectionable that which any Baptist would find objectionable when reading any Presbyterian. What I particularly found helpful was Ferguson's discussions on:
- the Spirit's role in the Ordo Solutis
- repentance and faith
- the centrality of union with Christ
- Spiritual Christology (this particular discussion helped to scratch some itchiness that has been driving me crazy as of late).

This is definitely my favorite book of 2017 so far. Embarrassingly, this is the first Sinclair Ferguson book I have read all the way through, but it most certainly will not be the last.

[Grant Blackmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sinclair Ferguson has put together a masterful work on the Holy Spirit. His knowledge, age utilization of the original languages are incredibly insightful for shedding light on the third member of the Trinity. He can be quite technical, but technicality is necessary for conveying the deep truth that Sinclair is addressing. For those who want their knowledge of the Holy Spirit depended, and challenged, this is the book for you.

[Steve Hemmeke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Masterful, thorough, and Biblical. Ferguson covers every aspect of the Holy Spirit in this theologically packed volume. I'd recommend any book in this "Contours of Christian Theology" series.

Ferguson's contribution is balanced. He covers the Spirit's work in individual regeneration and in the church corporately, and in the regeneration of all things, without prejudicing one over the other.

His view of the gifts of the Spirit was an especially helpful chapter. He is a cessationist, which is just fine with me. The gifts of the Spirit centered on the proclamation of the Word right from the very start of the New Testament, and the gifts of tongue speaking and prophecy ended with the close of the apostolic age. We are now in a post-apostolic age, where those gifts are not operating. Ferguson does not exclude the miraculous and supernatural working of God through the Spirit today, however, as the cessationist position is constantly accused of holding.

This work was spiritually edifying, especially in seeing the Spirit's work on behalf of the believer personally and sacramentally. The one down-side is that he uses very academic terminology, which will turn away most believers. Re-writing words like "repristinization" and "eschatologization" (on the last page!) would have been helpful to the reader.

[Caleb Batchelor · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a gift this book is to the church! The Holy Spirit may be one of my favorite books I've read in recent years. While I do not agree with everything Ferguson contends for, this book is a theological goldmine. His explanation of the Spirit's relationship to the Son is breath-taking. In commenting on 1 Corinthians 15:45, he says,

"Thus, to have the Spirit is to have Christ; to have Christ is to have the Spirit. Not to have the Spirit of Christ is to lack Christ. To have the Spirit of Christ is to be indwelt by Christ (Rom. 8:9-11). There is clear ontological distinction, but economic or functional equivalence. In this sense, through the resurrection and ascension, Christ ‘became life-giving Spirit’" (Ferguson, The Holy Spirit, 54).

Deep insights like this are scattered throughout the book. By God's grace, I love Jesus more after reading The Holy Spirit. Highly recommend!

[Josh · Rating 5 out of 5]

December 2023: read for Theology Club at church.

The best books grow better with time and with reading. This is because you both grow by them and into them. I first read The Holy Spirit in 2010 and thought it very good. Reading it thirteen years later, I’m struck by how much I failed to appreciate. I’ve taken as many notes my second time through as I did my first. As C.S. Lewis has argued, the measure of a good book is that it is worth re-reading. I know I’ll return to this book even more as a reference and hope to completely re-read it even better in the future.

I do believe this remains the best Biblical-theology based treatment of the topic.

[John Yelverton · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very well done discussion about the Holy Spirit, though the author does seem to get off topic rather easily. I especially enjoyed his discussion on the role of the Holy Spirit in the Lord's Supper.