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The Holy Spirit, or, Power from on high

This book explores the biblical concept of the Holy Spirit, focusing on the Spirit's identity as the third person of the Trinity and the agent of spiritual empowerment. It discusses the Spirit's work in the lives of individuals and the church, including themes of sanctification, guidance, and the impartation of spiritual gifts. The text draws on scriptural passages to illustrate the Spirit's role in enabling believers to live a life of faith and witness, often highlighting the promise of power from on high as described in the New Testament. more

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A. B. Simpson
A. B. Simpson

A. B. Simpson was a distinguished author whose works significantly influenced the literary world. Born on December 15, 1843, and deceased on October 29, 1919, Simpson's career spanned several decades during which he made substantial contributions to literature. more

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“When the New Testament speaks about the fullness of grace which we find in Christ, it does not mean only forgiveness, pardon and justification. Christ has done much more for us. He died for us, but he also lived for us. Now he has sent his own Spirit to us so that we might draw on his strength. He grew in grace, and when we draw on his power we shall likewise grow in grace.”

“We all tend to go to extremes; some rely only on their own preparation and look for nothing more; others, as I say, tend to despise preparation and trust to the unction, the anointing and the inspiration of the Spirit alone. But there must be no "either/or" here; it is always "both/and." These two things must go together.”

“The key is not money; organization, cleverness, or education. Are you and I seeing the results Peter saw? Are we bringing thousands of men and women to Christ the way he did? If not, we need to get back to His power source.”

“When the Spirit came to Moses, the plagues came upon Egypt, and he had power to destroy men's lives; when the Spirit came upon Elijah, fire came down from heaven; when the Spirit came upon Gideon, no man could stand before him; and when it came upon Joshua, he moved around the city of Jericho and the whole city fell into his hands; but when the Spirit came upon the Son of Man, He gave His life; He healed the broken-hearted.”