How was the Spirit's OT ministry different from His Church Age ministry?
In the Old Testament the Spirit came upon certain individuals for a time - usually to reveal truth or to empower for service - and He could be obtained by asking and could also be taken away. In the Church Age He permanently indwells every believer, and He is never withdrawn.
Also asked: What were the key differences between how God's Spirit worked in the lives of OT believers and in the Church Age? · Can you explain how the Holy Spirit's ministry was distinct during the time of the Old Covenant versus the present era?
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How did the Spirit interact with individuals in the Old Testament compared to His role in the life of each Christian today?
Source: The Basics The Basics, Unit 1, Lesson 1-4 - The Power-The Holy Spirit (pp. 31-40) · Read this lesson in the book →
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