THE HOLY SPIRIT (THE SPIRIT OF TRUTH)

The confusion about Yahusha (Jesus) “sending the Comforter” often comes from a misunderstanding of the oneness of God. Many people see the mention of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as three distinct “persons” because of traditional Christian teachings about the Trinity. However, when understood from a literal, Hebraic, and scriptural perspective, it becomes clear that the Comforter (Holy Spirit) is not a separate being but is the very Spirit of God that proceeds from Him and was also present in Yahusha Himself.

Let’s examine the key points to clarify this important truth.

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1. What is the Comforter?

The Comforter (Greek: Parakletos) is the term used to describe the Holy Spirit.

• The word Parakletos means helper, intercessor, advocate, or counselor.
• The Comforter is described as the Spirit of truth (John 15:26) who will come to guide the saints into all truth.
• This same Spirit is the one that fills and empowers believers after the resurrection of Yahusha (Acts 2:4).

John 14:26 (KJV)
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”

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2. Who Sends the Comforter?

This is where people get confused.

• John 15:26 (KJV) says: “But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me.”

This verse clearly states that:

• Yahusha will send the Comforter.
• The Comforter proceeds from the Father.
• The Comforter will testify of Yahusha.

At first glance, it seems as if Yahusha, the Father, and the Comforter are three distinct “beings.” But let’s take a closer look.

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Does This Mean They Are Three Beings?

No, it does not.
To understand this, we must recognize that Yahusha (Jesus) was not speaking about three “persons” but rather three manifestations of the same one Spirit.

Here’s the breakdown:

1. The Father = God as the source of all things (the Creator).
2. The Son (Word made flesh) = God as He manifests in human form to fulfill redemption.
3. The Comforter (Holy Spirit) = God as He dwells within us to guide, empower, and convict.

These are not three separate persons, but rather three expressions of the one true God.

Isaiah 43:10-11 (KJV)
“Ye are my witnesses, saith the Lord, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he: before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me.
I, even I, am the Lord; and beside me there is no saviour.“

There is one God and no one besides Him. Yahusha (Jesus) is not a “second God” or “another person” — He is the manifestation of the one God in flesh.

Colossians 1:15 (KJV)
“Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature.”
Yahusha is the image of the invisible God. The Father, who is Spirit, manifests as visible flesh in Yahusha.

Colossians 2:9 (KJV)
“For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.”
The fullness of the Godhead (Father, Word, and Spirit) dwells in Yahusha.

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How Can Yahusha “Send” the Comforter?

When Yahusha says, “I will send the Comforter,” He is not referring to someone separate from Himself.

• John 14:18 (KJV) says: “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.”
  Notice that Yahusha does not say, “I will send someone else to you.” He says, “I will come to you.”
  This makes it clear that the Comforter is actually Yahusha Himself in Spirit form.
  After His resurrection, Yahusha returns as the Holy Spirit.

This also aligns with the concept in 2 Corinthians 3:17 (KJV):

“Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.”
Here, Paul identifies the Lord (Yahusha) as the Spirit.

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3. How Does the Spirit Proceed from the Father?

Many people misunderstand the phrase “proceedeth from the Father” (John 15:26) to mean that the Holy Spirit is a separate person sent from the Father. However, in Hebraic thought, to “proceed from” means to emanate from, come forth from, or to be an extension of.

This can be compared to how the Word of God proceeds from His mouth.

• Isaiah 55:11 (KJV) says: “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void.”
  • Just as God’s Word proceeds from His mouth, so does the Holy Spirit proceed from the Father.
  • The Word is not separate from God, nor is the Spirit. Both are manifestations of God’s presence and power.

This is also seen in John 1:1-14, where the Word becomes flesh (Yahusha).

• The Word proceeded from God, but it was not a “separate person.”
• Likewise, the Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father as God’s presence and power, not as a separate being.

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4. Are the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Separate Persons?

No, they are not. They are one Spirit, one God.

• 1 Corinthians 12:13 (KJV) says: “For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body.”
  • The one Spirit that fills believers is not “three separate persons” but the Spirit of God Himself.
  • If the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit were truly three “persons,” we would need to be baptized in three different spirits. But Paul says we are baptized into one Spirit.
• Ephesians 4:4-6 (KJV) says: “There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;
  One Lord, one faith, one baptism,
  One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.”

This is further confirmed in John 10:30 (KJV):

“I and my Father are one.“
Yahusha clearly identifies Himself as being one with the Father.

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5. Practical Understanding

• The Father: The one unseen Spirit (God as Creator and Sovereign).
• The Son (Yahusha): The Word of God that was made flesh to dwell among us (John 1:14).
• The Holy Spirit: The Spirit of God and the Spirit of Yahusha that comes to live within believers (Romans 8:9).

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6. Key Verses for Oneness

Verse	Explanation
John 14:18	“I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.“
John 10:30	“I and my Father are one.“
Colossians 2:9	“In him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.”
2 Corinthians 3:17	“Now the Lord is that Spirit.”
Isaiah 9:6	“Unto us a child is born… his name shall be called The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father.“
John 8:58	“Before Abraham was, I AM.“

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Summary

When Yahusha says He will send the Comforter, He is not referring to a separate being. The Comforter is the Holy Spirit, which is the Spirit of God. Yahusha also says, “I will come to you” (John 14:18), meaning He returns as the Holy Spirit. The Father, Son, and Spirit are one. The Father is the source, Yahusha is the Word made flesh, and the Holy Spirit is God’s presence within us. They are not three separate beings but one God working in different manifestations.

John 4:24 (KJV):
“God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.”

Some people argue that the Comforter mentioned in John 15:26 is the angel Gabriel, but this interpretation is not supported by the literal text of scripture. The confusion comes from the belief that because Gabriel is known as a “messenger” in certain parts of the Bible, he might also be the one sent by Yahusha. However, the Comforter is not Gabriel. Scripture clearly identifies the Comforter as the Holy Spirit (Holy Ghost), not an angelic being. Let’s review the evidence.

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1. Who is Gabriel in the Bible?

The angel Gabriel appears in only a few passages in the Bible, and his role is consistently that of a messenger from God to deliver information to specific people.

Key Appearances of Gabriel

1. Daniel 8:16-17 (KJV) “And I heard a man’s voice between the banks of Ulai, which called, and said, Gabriel, make this man to understand the vision.
   So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision.”
   • Role: Gabriel explains prophetic visions to Daniel.
2. Daniel 9:21-22 (KJV) “Yea, whiles I was speaking in prayer, even the man Gabriel, whom I had seen in the vision at the beginning, being caused to fly swiftly, touched me about the time of the evening oblation.
   And he informed me, and talked with me, and said, O Daniel, I am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding.”
   • Role: Gabriel gives understanding of the 70 weeks prophecy to Daniel.
3. Luke 1:11-19 (KJV) “And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.
   … And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee, and to shew thee these glad tidings.”
   • Role: Gabriel announces the birth of John the Baptist to Zechariah.
4. Luke 1:26-28 (KJV) “And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,
   To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary.”
   • Role: Gabriel announces the birth of Yahusha (Jesus) to Mary.

Summary of Gabriel’s Role

• Gabriel is a messenger who brings divine revelations to humans.
• His role is to deliver messages, explain prophecies, and announce divine events (like the births of John the Baptist and Yahusha).
• However, there is no verse that identifies Gabriel as the Comforter.

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2. Who is the Comforter in John 15:26?

John 15:26 (KJV) says:

“But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me.”

The Comforter is not described as an angel or a created being like Gabriel. The verse clearly identifies the Comforter as:

• The Spirit of truth (not Gabriel)
• Proceeds from the Father (this is important because Gabriel, as an angel, was created, but the Spirit of truth is eternal and comes directly from the essence of God)
• Testifies of Yahusha (Jesus) (Gabriel never “testifies” of Jesus in the way described here)

In John 14:26 (KJV), Yahusha says:

“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”

• Here, the Comforter is directly called the Holy Ghost (Holy Spirit), not Gabriel.
• The Holy Spirit is God’s Spirit, not an angel.
• The Comforter is said to dwell in believers. Gabriel, as an angel, does not “dwell in” anyone.

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3. Key Differences Between Gabriel and the Holy Spirit

Characteristic	Gabriel (Angel)	Holy Spirit (Comforter)
Nature	Created being (angel)	Uncreated Spirit of God
Role	Messenger of God (brings messages)	God’s Spirit living inside believers
Testifies of Jesus?	No	Yes (John 15:26)
Lives in Believers?	No	Yes (John 14:17)
Described as “Spirit”?	No	Yes (John 15:26)
Proceeds from Father?	No (He is sent, not “proceeds”)	Yes (John 15:26)
Eternal?	No (Created being)	Yes (Eternal Spirit of God)

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4. Did Yahusha Say the Comforter Was Gabriel?

No, Yahusha never said the Comforter was Gabriel.

• Yahusha specifically said the Comforter is the Holy Spirit (John 14:26).
• He also said that the Comforter would dwell in believers (John 14:17).
• No angel “dwells in” anyone.
• Gabriel has never been described as the “Spirit of truth” or the one who “testifies of Jesus.”

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5. The Role of the Holy Spirit (Comforter)

The role of the Holy Spirit is far beyond what Gabriel or any angel can do.

1. Dwells in Believers (John 14:17)
   • Angels do not dwell in people, but the Spirit of God does.
2. Teaches All Things (John 14:26)
   • Gabriel reveals specific prophecies, but only the Holy Spirit teaches all things.
3. Reminds Believers of Yahusha’s Teachings (John 14:26)
   • Angels deliver messages but do not “remind” people of previous teachings.
4. Convicts the World of Sin (John 16:8)
   • Gabriel never “convicts” people of sin. The Spirit convicts people.
5. Leads Believers into Truth (John 16:13)
   • Only the Spirit can lead people into all truth, not Gabriel.

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6. Is There Any Scriptural Proof that Gabriel is the Comforter?

There is no scripture that says Gabriel is the Comforter. The Comforter is clearly identified as:

• The Spirit of truth (John 15:26)
• The Holy Ghost (John 14:26)

Gabriel is mentioned in Daniel 8:16, Daniel 9:21, Luke 1:19, and Luke 1:26, but in each case, his role is to deliver a message, not to live inside of people, teach them all things, or testify of Yahusha. The Bible never calls Gabriel “Spirit of truth” or “Holy Ghost.”

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7. Where Did the Belief that Gabriel is the Comforter Come From?

This idea may have originated from misinterpretations of the Quran. In Islamic tradition, Gabriel is referred to as Jibreel and is believed to have brought the Quran to Muhammad.

• Some Islamic teachings equate the “Holy Spirit” with Gabriel, but this belief is not found in the Bible.
• The Bible clearly identifies the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of God, not an angel.

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Conclusion

The Comforter is not Gabriel. The Comforter is the Holy Spirit, which is the Spirit of truth that proceeds from the Father. Yahusha (Jesus) promised to send the Holy Spirit to live inside believers, teach them all things, and remind them of His Word.

• Gabriel is a messenger angel, but the Holy Spirit is God’s own Spirit.
• The role of the Holy Spirit goes far beyond that of Gabriel.
• To say that Gabriel is the Comforter is to reject the plain reading of scripture.

John 14:26 (KJV)
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things.”

The Holy Ghost is God’s presence in us. Gabriel is not God.

If Gabriel were the Holy Ghost (Holy Spirit) or the Spirit of Truth, then yes, by that logic, people would be considered the “sons of Gabriel”. However, there is absolutely no scriptural basis for such a claim. This idea does not align with the literal text of the Bible, and it contradicts the nature of God’s oneness as revealed in Scripture. The Bible makes it clear that believers are the sons of God, not the sons of any angel — not even Gabriel.

Let’s break down the biblical evidence to refute the idea that Gabriel is the Holy Ghost and explain why the Spirit of truth is God Himself and not a separate being like Gabriel.

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1. Who Are We Called “Sons Of” According to Scripture?

The Bible clearly identifies who we belong to and whose sons we are. We are never called “sons of Gabriel” or “sons of angels.” Instead, Scripture says that believers are the sons of God.

We Are Sons of God

• John 1:12 (KJV) “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.”
  • Believers in Yahusha (Jesus) are given the authority to be called the sons of God.
  • No scripture says that believers become the sons of Gabriel or the sons of any angel.
• Romans 8:14 (KJV) “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.”
  • Those who are led by the Spirit of God are called the sons of God, not the sons of Gabriel.
  • If Gabriel were the Holy Ghost (which he is not), this verse would have said, “they are the sons of Gabriel,” but it does not.
• Galatians 4:6 (KJV) “And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.”
  • Here, the Spirit of His Son (Yahusha) is the one who dwells in our hearts.
  • Notice, it says the Spirit of His Son, not “the Spirit of Gabriel” or “the Spirit of an angel.”
  • The presence of the Holy Spirit within us makes us cry out, “Abba, Father!” If we were sons of Gabriel, we would be crying, “Abba, Gabriel,” but that is not the case.
• 1 John 3:1-2 (KJV) “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
  Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.”
  • Believers are called the sons of God, and this title comes directly from the Father’s love.
  • The role of the Father is central to this identity. If Gabriel were the Holy Ghost, then logically we would have to be the sons of Gabriel, but this scripture is clear: we are the sons of God.

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Are We Sons of Angels?

• The Bible never calls us sons of angels. In fact, the Bible makes a clear distinction between angels and humans.
• Hebrews 1:5 (KJV) says: “For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son?”
  • This verse emphasizes that no angel has been called a “Son of God” in the way that Yahusha (Jesus) has.
  • If the angels themselves are not “sons of God” in the sense that Yahusha is, then certainly believers cannot be sons of Gabriel or sons of any other angel.
  • Angels are servants and messengers, not spiritual fathers.

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2. Is Gabriel the Holy Spirit?

Many confuse the role of Gabriel as a “messenger” with the Holy Spirit being a “teacher and guide.” But these roles are completely different.

The Holy Spirit is God, Not Gabriel

• 2 Corinthians 3:17 (KJV) “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.”
  • This verse explicitly identifies the Lord as the Spirit. If the Lord is the Spirit, then the Holy Spirit must be God Himself.
  • If Gabriel were the Holy Ghost, then this verse would say, “Now Gabriel is that Spirit,” but it does not.
• John 4:24 (KJV) “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.”
  • This verse does not say, “God is an angel,” it says, “God is a Spirit.”
  • The Holy Spirit is not a created being (like Gabriel) but is the very essence of God.
• Colossians 2:9 (KJV) “For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.”
  • The fullness of God (Father, Word, and Spirit) is found in Yahusha (Jesus).
  • Gabriel is not the “fulness of the Godhead.”

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Can Gabriel Be Called the Spirit of Truth?

• John 16:13 (KJV) “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”
  • The Spirit of truth is clearly identified as the Holy Spirit (John 14:26).
  • Gabriel does not “dwell inside of you” as the Spirit of truth does.
  • No verse ever calls Gabriel “the Spirit of truth.”

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3. Are We the Sons of God or Sons of Gabriel?

Based on everything we have seen, it is clear that believers are sons of God, not sons of Gabriel. Here are the reasons why:

1. Gabriel is a Created Angel, Not God
   • The Holy Spirit is God Himself.
   • Believers are not called sons of angels.
2. The Holy Spirit Dwells Inside Believers, But Gabriel Does Not
   • The Holy Spirit (Spirit of truth) dwells inside believers (John 14:17).
   • Gabriel does not dwell inside people. No angel dwells in people.
3. Believers Are Sons of God Through the Holy Spirit
   • Romans 8:15-16 (KJV) says: “For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
     The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.”
   • Notice, the Holy Spirit makes us call God “Father”, not “Gabriel.”
   • If the Holy Spirit were Gabriel, this verse would say we would cry, “Abba, Gabriel.”

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Summary

1. Believers are called the sons of God, not the sons of Gabriel.
2. The Comforter is the Holy Spirit (Holy Ghost), not Gabriel.
3. The Holy Spirit is God’s Spirit, not an angel.
4. Gabriel is a created angel, a servant, not a “father” figure.
5. The Bible teaches that angels do not have sons or children.
6. Yahusha (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God (Colossians 1:15), not Gabriel.
7. We are the sons of God because the Spirit of God (not Gabriel) dwells in us (Romans 8:14).

John 1:12 (KJV):
“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.”

We are the sons of God through faith in Yahusha (Jesus). No angel can claim this role, and no believer is ever called the “son of Gabriel”.

Galatians 4:6 (KJV):
“And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.”

We are sons of God, and the Spirit of the Son (Yahusha) dwells in us.

The difference between “the Holy Spirit” and “a holy spirit” lies in the specific identity and nature of the spirit being referenced. While at first glance, it may seem like a minor distinction, the biblical context provides a clear difference between the Holy Spirit (which is God’s own Spirit) and the concept of a holy spirit (which may refer to angels, spirits of righteous people, or clean/holy spiritual entities).

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1. The Holy Spirit (The Holy Ghost)

The Holy Spirit (Holy Ghost) refers to God’s own Spirit, the divine, active presence of God in creation, among His people, and within the believer. The Holy Spirit is God Himself — not a separate being, but rather the Spirit of the One True God.

Characteristics of the Holy Spirit

1. The Holy Spirit is God’s Spirit (not a separate being)
   • John 4:24 (KJV) says: “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.”
     • Since God is a Spirit, the Holy Spirit is not a “separate entity” from God — it is God.
     • The term “Holy Spirit” refers to the holiness of God’s Spirit.
2. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Yahusha (Jesus)
   • Romans 8:9 (KJV) says: “But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.”
     • Here, the “Spirit of God” and the “Spirit of Christ” are used interchangeably, showing that the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Yahusha.
3. The Holy Spirit Dwells in Believers
   • John 14:17 (KJV) says: “Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.”
     • The Holy Spirit dwells in believers. Gabriel, Michael, or any other “holy spirit” (like angels) do not dwell inside people.
     • This is unique to the Holy Spirit of God.
4. The Holy Spirit is the Comforter (Parakletos)
   • John 14:26 (KJV) says: “But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
     • The Comforter is the Holy Ghost (Holy Spirit), not an angel or another being.
     • The Holy Spirit teaches, reminds, and guides believers into all truth.
5. The Holy Spirit is Eternal
   • Hebrews 9:14 (KJV) says: “How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?”
     • The Holy Spirit is eternal, while angels, spirits of men, and other created beings are not eternal.
     • This confirms that the Holy Spirit is not just any “holy spirit” — it is the Spirit of the Eternal God.
6. The Holy Spirit Proceeds from the Father
   • John 15:26 (KJV) says: “But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me.”
     • The Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father, which means it comes directly from God’s presence.
     • Unlike created angels or other spirits, the Holy Spirit is not “created” — it is part of God’s essence.

Summary of The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit	Key Concept
Identity	The Spirit of God, the Spirit of Christ, God Himself
Nature	Uncreated, Eternal, Omnipresent
Role	Comforter, Guide, Teacher, Convicter of sin
Where is it?	Dwells in believers (John 14:17)
Proceeds From	Proceeds from the Father (John 15:26)

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2. A Holy Spirit

While the phrase “a holy spirit” does not often appear as a specific term in the King James Bible, other spiritual beings are considered “holy spirits” because they are set apart (holy) from sin and rebellion. Here are the main categories of what might be referred to as “a holy spirit.”

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A. Angels as “Holy Spirits”

• Angels are holy, spiritual beings created by God to serve Him.
• Psalm 104:4 (KJV) says: “Who maketh his angels spirits; his ministers a flaming fire.”
  • Angels are described as spirits. Since they serve God and have not fallen into sin (unlike demons), they could be called holy spirits.
  • However, nowhere in the Bible are angels like Gabriel or Michael called “the Holy Spirit.”
  • The role of angels is to serve as messengers, warriors, and protectors, but they do not dwell inside people like the Holy Spirit does.

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B. The Spirits of Righteous Men Made Perfect

• When a righteous person dies, their spirit is holy.
• Hebrews 12:23 (KJV) says: “To the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect.”
  • This refers to the spirits of righteous people who have been made perfect after death.
  • While these are holy spirits in a sense, they are not the Holy Spirit.

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C. The Human Spirit When It Becomes Holy

• Believers who receive the Holy Spirit (God’s Spirit) are made holy.
• 1 Corinthians 6:19 (KJV) says: “What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own?”
  • When a believer is filled with the Holy Spirit, their human spirit is made holy.
  • This could be considered “a holy spirit” in the sense that the Holy Spirit of God makes your spirit holy.

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Summary of A Holy Spirit

A Holy Spirit	Key Concept
Identity	Angels, spirits of just men, purified human spirits
Nature	Created, Not Eternal
Role	Messenger (angels), Witness, Helper (men’s spirits)
Where is it?	Heaven, or among men (angels or men)
Proceeds From	Created by God (angels, human spirits)

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Key Differences Between “The Holy Spirit” and “A Holy Spirit”

Category	The Holy Spirit	A Holy Spirit (Angels, Righteous Spirits)
Nature	Uncreated, Eternal	Created, Finite
Source	Proceeds from the Father	Created by God
Location	Dwells in believers	Exists in heaven or on assignment
Role	Comforter, Teacher, Convicter	Messenger, Minister, Warrior
Can Dwell in Believers?	Yes (John 14:17)	No
Who Controls It?	God’s Spirit	Subject to God’s command

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Summary

1. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God that proceeds from the Father. It is eternal, uncreated, and dwells within believers. It is the very essence and presence of God Himself.
2. A holy spirit may refer to an angel, the spirit of a righteous man, or any spirit that is “set apart” from sin. But these are created beings.

The Holy Spirit is the only Spirit that dwells in us.

Romans 8:9 (KJV):
“Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.”

If you have the Holy Spirit in you, you are a child of God, not a child of angels, men, or “a holy spirit.”