New Book: The Gift of the Holy Spirit
By John Reuther
The volume is used as the textbook for ST507: Holy Spirit
"In a time when widespread error and confusion abounds about the work of the Holy Spirit today, Reuther provides sound and timely instruction in what Scripture teaches. Clearly written and fair and knowledgeable in dealing with views he disagrees with; this study will especially benefit Christians desiring to grow in a biblically based expectation of the work of the Spirit in their lives.”
— Dr. Richard B. Gaffin Jr.
“The work is extraordinary. Thoroughly biblical, and yet, written in conversation with the great writers of church history. Even the most experienced pastor/theologian will gain new insight from this work into the Person and work of the Holy Spirit, not because the author has discovered new truths, but because he brings to light the great truths of historic, Evangelical, and Reformed Christianity that have been lost or neglected in the superficiality of this present age. This work deserves to be read and reread throughout the years!”
— Paul Washer
This book studies the Person and work of the Holy Spirit as He is revealed throughout redemptive history, where His ministries come into sharp focus. It begins with the personal promise of the gift for all who are regenerated, based on the promises of the Old Testament, John, and Jesus. It explores His nature as the third Person of the Trinity by looking into the meaning of His names, His properties, and His manifestations in history. The book explores the ministries of the Spirit in conversion and throughout the Christian life, looking at His personal ministries in regeneration, Spirit baptism, sealing, anointing, illumination, witness, leading, praying, filling, fruit, and spiritual gifts. The last part looks at how we are to live in the Spirit in this age, and what our expectations should be. The book deals with important issues in pneumatology, including the issue of cessation and continuation of spiritual gifts, but most importantly, safeguarding the love of the Spirit by not grieving or quenching Him.