Who is the Holy Spirit for you and me?

Understanding the Tangible Presence and Active Role of the Holy Spirit

By Theoloscience

The Holy Spirit, a person with a tangible presence, is not a distant entity but a close companion. When the Holy Spirit is present, His presence is not just felt, but It also manifests in various ways, sometimes in ways that may be new to us. The Holy Spirit was not a mere observer but an active participant when the universe was being created — in fact, it was the Holy Spirit who was creating the universe.

Talking or writing about the Holy Spirit can be captivating, exciting, and intriguing.

The Holy Spirit is the force of God, the breath of God, the creating and recreating Spirit.

In a short reflection like this, we cannot write a theological treatise on the Holy Spirit, but we can reflect on what the Holy Spirit can do for us. We must first emphasize that the Holy Spirit is God Himself and that He lives and dwells in each of us.

The Holy Spirit dwells in every believer, guiding and accompanying us in our daily walk. He is our comforter and counselor, as Jesus promised to give us wisdom and direction.

The Holy Spirit, like a gardener, nurtures and cultivates fruits in our lives, such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22–23). He doesn’t just work in us, but He works through us, transforming our lives and making us more like Christ, sanctifying us and renewing our minds and hearts.

The Holy Spirit gives us discernment to understand God’s will and wisdom to apply it in our daily lives. He guides us in our mission to make disciples, giving us courage and words when we share the gospel. For instance, the Holy Spirit might prompt us to reach out to a friend in need, or to speak up for justice in a situation where it might be easier to stay silent.

The Holy Spirit, like a master weaver, unites believers into one body, fostering a deep sense of unity and fellowship among the brethren in faith. He doesn’t just distribute various spiritual gifts to each member of the body for the common benefit and the growth of the church, but He also weaves us together, creating a beautiful community of faith.

The Holy Spirit empowers us to serve and testify about Jesus with power and effectiveness (Acts 1:8). He motivates and equips us to perform acts of service and love towards others, following the example of Christ. These acts can include volunteering at a local charity, helping a neighbor in need, or simply showing kindness and compassion to those we encounter in our daily lives.

In summary, the Holy Spirit calls us, encourages us, strengthens us, motivates us, guides us, accompanies us, helps us understand the Scriptures, and helps us live with habits that reflect our identity as disciples of Jesus. For example, if we read a passage from Sacred Scripture and close our eyes, the Holy Spirit will help us understand and give us the strength to live as children of God.