My Journey to Life, Step 11—God, the Holy Spirit

2. Does the Bible teach that the Holy Spirit is equal to God?

Yes, Scripture describes the Holy Spirit as God. Peter told Ananias that in lying to the Holy Spirit, he had lied not “to men but to God” (Acts 5:3, 4). The Holy Spirit is considered equal to God in the baptismal formula (Matthew 28:19), the apostolic blessing (2 Corinthians 13:14) and the spiritual gifts discourse (1 Corinthians 12:4-6). JTL11 2.4

The works of God are also associated with the Holy Spirit. Creation and resurrection both involve Him. Elihu said, “The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty has given me life” (Job 33:4). And the psalmist said, “You send forth Your Spirit, they are created” (Psalm 104:30). Paul claimed, “He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you” (Romans 8:11). JTL11 2.5

Think about the divine attributes Scripture applies to the Holy Spirit: life, truth, love, omnipresence, omniscience and omnipotence. What a privilege to have such a Being with us continually! JTL11 2.6