Do artistic gifts in general derive from the Holy Spirit? This article discusses this question through the lens of Exodus 31:3 and its mention of Bezalel and Oholiab, as well as through commentary from especially John Calvin. The author makes a specific application to liturgics, where the relationship between church and art calls for our attention.

It is only on the basis of Christ's work that God can come and dwell among his people. This article shows that this dwelling is done by the Holy Spirit in believers, as revealed in 1 Corinthians 3:16.

What kind of a gift is the Holy Spirit? This article considers the person and work of the Holy Spirit to show what a wonderful gift the Spirit really is.

The only way one can come to believe what the Scriptures say is through the work of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit does not give extra revelation, but works through the Word. This is the relationship between the Holy Spirit and the Bible, which the article explains.

Matthew 1:20 records the work of the Holy Spirit in the conception of Jesus.

From Acts 2, this article shows how the Holy Spirit worked to organize the early church and what this means for the church today.

From John 14 this article shows the work of the Holy Spirit in being the Paraclete and bringing the believer to communion with God.

This article discusses the involvement of the Holy Spirit in the preaching of God’s Word.

Is the Holy Spirit an “it” or a “he”? This article addresses the question, and shows by Scripture that we need to regard and speak of the Spirit as a person. It explores the biblical data on the Spirit as a person in the Godhead. It considers some of the Spirit’s divine attributes. The author rounds out the discussion by considering just how personal the Spirit is—how he brings us the Father—and how we should set the affection of our hearts on him.

In John 14:16 Jesus called the Holy Spirit the Paraclete – the Comforter. This article shows how the Holy Spirit is both a person and divine. Then it explains the work of the Holy Spirit in the church and the world.

This article discusses 2 Peter 1:21, a reference to the Scriptures as the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.

This article is an exposition of 1 Thessalonians 4:8, on the Holy Spirit's role in our sanctification.

This article explains from 2 Corinthians 3:8 how the Holy Spirit and the special offices of the church belong together.

This article discusses 1 Corinthians 2:12, which speaks of the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of wisdom and revelation.

This article discusses the intercessory work of the Holy Spirit, with Romans 8:26, 27 in view.

This article discusses the role of the Holy Spirit as firstfruits and guarantee of what is to come (Romans 8:23, 2 Corinthians 5:5).

This article discusses the meaning of Romans 8:15, where Paul speaks of the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, "Abba, Father!"

This article discusses the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, as explained by Peter in Acts 2:33.

This article discusses the name “Counsellor,” by which the Holy Spirit was also known (John 14:16).

This article explores what is revealed in John 3:5 about the work of the Holy Spirit in rebirth.

This article explores Matthew 3:16, which speaks of the Holy Spirit descending and lighting upon Christ at his baptism.

This article discusses the prophecy in Joel 2:28 concerning the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

This article discusses the Holy Spirit’s work in giving life in his creation. In doing so, it considers Psalm 104:30.

This article discusses 1 Samuel 16:13b, where the Holy Spirit qualifies David for office.

This article discusses Exodus 31:3, a reference to the Holy Spirit giving gifts to Bezalel.

This article discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in creation (Genesis 1:2).

What really is the final age of the church all about? This article indicates that it is about the Holy Spirit preparing the bride of Christ for the great wedding feast.

This article discusses what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit, according to Ephesians 5:18.

What does Paul mean in Ephesians 1:13, 14 when he speaks about being sealed with the Holy Spirit? Is this sealing only for some Christians? This article discusses these verses in an attempt to answer the question.

This article discusses the intercessory work of the Holy Spirit, with Romans 8:26, 27 as a text in view.

How does the Holy Spirit testify with our spirit, according to Romans 8:16? This article discusses the inward testimony of the Spirit, that it is not new information, but a confirmation of what we have embraced by faith.

What does Scripture mean when it speaks of someone being led by the Holy Spirit. How does the Spirit do this? This article discusses the question, with Romans 8:14 as a text in view.

This article discusses the activity of resisting the Holy Spirit, which Stephen accused the Sanhedrin of doing, in Acts 7:51-53.

This article discusses Acts 2:41, 42, which records the work of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost.

This article discusses the meaning of Pentecost, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, as prophesied in Joel 2 and explained by Peter in Acts 2.

This article discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in the world, taking its direction from John 16:8-11.

This article considers the life-changing power of the Holy Spirit, who works faith. It considers the confession regarding the Holy Spirit, in Lord’s Day 20 of the Heidelberg Catechism. It also discusses the name “Counsellor,” by which the Spirit was also known.

This article explores what is revealed in John 3 about the matter of rebirth, particularly the work of the Holy Spirit in this regard.

This article explores the reason why Christ needed to have the Holy Spirit descend and light upon him, recorded in Matthew 3.

This article focuses on the presence and work of the Holy Spirit among Old Testament Israel. Isaiah 63 is explored in some detail in this regard.

This article discusses the omnipresence of the Holy Spirit. Due consideration is given especially to Psalm 139, especially verse 7.

This article discusses the Holy Spirit’s work of maintaining, preserving, and restoring what he once created. In doing so, it considers Psalm 104, especially verse 30.

This article discusses the involvement of the Holy Spirit in creation (Genesis 1:2).

This article looks at the work of the Holy Spirit as it relates to the covenant.

This article explains why a Christian needs to pray repeatedly for the Holy Spirit. It also discusses the attitude with which a Christian must pray, and how groaning can be part of prayer.

John 16:8-11 reveals the work of the Holy Spirit as the Prosecutor. In this work the Spirit uses the church. This article explains how.

"Filioque" is the word that divided the Western churches from the Eastern churches. It explains that the Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father and Son. This article looks at this confession in relation to the Trinity.

This article looks at the work of the Holy Spirit in the OT, the life of Christ, and the life of the church. It shows how the Spirit works to prepare the church for Christ.

How does the Holy Spirit relate to preaching? This article answers this question by explaining the work of the Holy Spirit in relation to the Word, preaching, and the preacher.

This article explains the work of the Holy Spirit in conversion. It looks at how the Spirit works in changing the conscience, understanding, affections, and will of man.

The believer has a relationship with each person of the Trinity. This is reflected very well in baptism. This article explains the relationship between the Holy Spirit and the church, and how this shapes church life.

This article explains the work of the Holy Spirit in the OT and the NT, but also in the life of the believer.

It is only through the Holy Spirit that Christians are enabled to live a victorious Christian life. This article gives six reasons why it can only be through the Spirit.

Is the Heidelberg Catechism silent on the Holy Spirit? No. This article shows that the testimony to the work of the Holy Spirit permeates the whole catechism. Here focus is on the work of the Holy Spirit in the ministry of the church, in relation to preaching and sacraments.

Is the Heidelberg Catechism silent on the Holy Spirit? No. This article shows that the testimony to the work of the Holy Spirit permeates the whole Catechism. Here focus is on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of Christ.

Is the Heidelberg Catechism silent on the Holy Spirit? No! This article shows that the Catechism's testimony to the work of the Holy Spirit permeates the whole catechism. Here focus is on the work of the Holy Spirit in bringing sinners to faith and in Christ.

The charismatic movement and the Pentecostal movement claim that the spiritual gifts of speaking in tongues, prophecy, and healing are for the church today. Is this true? This article examines the origin of these movements and their claims. It also discusses the meaning of sinning against the Holy Spirit.

To understand the work of the Holy Spirit, one must know who he is. This article shows that he is God. It proves this by looking at the names used in the Bible for him, as well as his relation with the Father and Son, and his work in the OT and in the life of the believer.

Living in dependence on God's Word, trusting in Jesus Christ, and showing the fruit of the Spirit is a life that is lived in dependence on the Holy Spirit.

This article shows the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the content of prayer and the manner of praying.