The Holy Spirit - Paperback

by Philip Watson (Author)

The title The Holy Spirit was selected because this book is part of the 'Trinity Series' about the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. If this book was on it's own, the preferred title would have been either; Awesome Holy Spirit or Amazing Holy Spirit. For that is what the author attempts to convey, that the Holy Spirit is more amazing, than most understand. The Holy Spirit is significant for Christians because Jesus began his ministry in the power of the Holy Spirit and urged his disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit before beginning to fulfil the great commission. By his teachings, Jesus indicated that the time between his ascent into heaven and return; would be the 'era of the Holy Spirit in the Church'. So understanding and knowing the Holy Spirit is vital for: individual Christians, for groups and Church leaders. This book provides comprehensive teaching about the nature, titles, symbols and roles of the Holy Spirit. There is a chapter that makes the case (and what that means), that the Holy Spirit is a divine personal being. Included is a chapter about, how to be led by the Spirit.

Author Biography

Philip's passion is discipleship. A passion that people become disciples of Jesus and that they become, informed and effective disciples of Jesus. He began writing in 1986. His first book was a discipleship manual which covered 113 topics and included 1,500 verses from the Bible. Philip brings to his writing: A wide knowledge of the content of the Bible (a result of writing the discipleship manual) A Theological education. The case for a creator God A knowledge of the archaeology, that supports the stories we find in the Bible. Perspectives, from several trips to Israel. Strengths: In his writing, Philip combines the strengths of story telling and Bible teaching. He has an ability to analyse the faith and succinctly summarise the message of the Bible. Philip has had the privilege of being married to Dianne for over 38 years and they have three adult children. Philip and Dianne live in Auckland, New Zealand.