1 Corinthians 2:6-16, “However, we speak wisdom among those who are mature, yet not the wisdom of this age, nor of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory, which none of the rulers of this age knew; for had they known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.”
“But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.
“But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God. For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so no one knows the things of God except the Spirit of God. Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God.
“These things we also speak, not in words which man’s wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual. But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. But he who is spiritual judges all things, yet he himself is rightly judged by no one. For “who has known the mind of the Lord that he may instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ.”
Rephrased, “Yet, we are wise enough to share our knowledge only with the mature minds – wisdom that is outside the scope of this age and its rulers, who come to nothing eventually. It must be remembered that the knowledge which God gives us, is something that has been ordained by Him since ancient times and is not known to anyone on earth. If they had understood the value and importance of this wisdom, they wouldn’t have crucified Jesus-the Lord of Glory.
“We may not be able to imagine the wonders God has prepared for those who faithfully love Him. As it is said: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no human heart can understand the incredible things God has prepared for His faithful followers.”
“God has opened the secrets of His kingdom to us through His Spirit. It is truly amazing how the Spirit can unveil the deep things of Him that no human being could know. It is only with His Spirit that we can understand and comprehend the things of God, all which are not accessible otherwise. Now, we have received the Spirit of God, which allows us to understand the gifts that He has graciously bestowed on us. This is different than the spirit of the world and will allow us to gain a better understanding of God’s love for us.”
“We also discuss matters which cannot be expressed through logic or knowledge of the human mind but are biblically illuminated in words by the Holy Spirit. This entails comparing spiritual things with other spiritual realities.”
“However, people who have not accepted the Gospel of Jesus Christ cannot be spiritually enlightened and so they fail to recognize the spiritual gifts of God and His divine wisdom. This is because these things can only be discerned by those who are spiritually mature. Those who have accepted Christ and possess the Holy Spirit understand the significance of judging all matters. Nevertheless, they remain exempt from judgement themselves.”
“Even though we can never fully grasp the Lord’s thoughts and dictate Him how to act, we are graciously given access to the way of Christ. This grants us knowledge on how to live our lives according to God’s will and behave in a manner that honors Him.”
The Holy Spirit is an essential part of the Holy Trinity and is represented in each part of the Trinity. He is known as the Voice and the Spirit of God, this power points towards the eternal salvation in Christ. We can sense His presence in our lives with His ability to empower, help, work and walk with us.
The Scripture says that He “hovered over the face of the water” (Genesis 1:2), emphasizing God’s intention to remain present in our lives to help and lead us along our spiritual journey. He is both an external helper as well as an internal assurance that while life may be unpredictable, we are secure under His wings.
Genesis 1:1-2, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.”
“At the start of it all, God brought the heavens and the earth into existence. The planet was without shape and in chaos; there was darkness over the waters. Meanwhile, His Spirit moved across them.”
RUACH HA-KODESH, THE HOLY SPIRIT, stands for being able to lean into Him during times of struggle and trust that He will provide a way out by lifting our spirit higher.
John 14:25-31, “These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. Peace, I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you.”
“Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. You have heard Me say to you, ‘I am going away and coming back to you.’ If you loved Me, you would rejoice because I said, ‘I am going to the Father,’ for My Father is greater than I.
“And now I have told you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may believe. I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming, and he has nothing in Me. But that the world may know that I love the Father, and as the Father gave Me commandment, so I do. Arise, let us go from here.
Rephrased, “I have shared these thoughts and ideas with you while I was there with you. The Father will send the Helper, the Holy Spirit, in My name. He will show you all things and recall to your memory everything I said. As I part from you, I’m leaving behind a sense of peace and harmony. This peace is different from the world’s – it’s a gift that comes straight from my heart.”
“So, don’t be troubled or afraid even in times of uncertainty. When I told you that I would be going away and coming back to you, if you truly loved me, then you would be happy for me. The reason why is because I am going to the Father (God), who is greater than me.”
“I’ve given you the heads up that when the time comes, you can put your trust in Me. I won’t be able to talk much with you after this as the ruler of this world is arriving, but he has no power over Me. Showing my sincere devotion to the Father through following His instructions is a way for me to show the world how close our bond is. I’m exhibiting my adoration for Him through my actions. Let’s leave this place and move on to our next destination.”
John 15:26-27, “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me. And you also will bear witness, because you have been with Me from the beginning.”
Rephrased, “When the Helper who I will send to you from the Father comes, He will be testifying of Me and will come as the Spirit of truth originating from the Father. You will serve as a witness to all that I have done and continue to do, since you have been part of My journey from the start.”
The Voice and the Spirit of God is the third part of the Holy Trinity, and He plays an important role in our salvation in Christ. Ruach Ha-Kodesh, or The Holy Spirit, is a divine presence that comes to us with great power and works with us each step of the way. He hovers over us like a “river of living water” (John 7:38) and provides us with energy to complete tasks we might otherwise be unable to do on our own.
The Spirit or “Parakletos in the Greek” helps, empowers, walks with us, performs Divinely purposed work within us, leads and guides in a variety of ways. He’s an ever-present companion that draws close when we invite Him. Ultimately, His is our eternal witness to our salvation in Christ until we can someday meet Him face-to-face!
Act 2:1-4, “When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting”.
“Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”
Rephrased, “When the Day of Pentecost had arrived, all the people were gathered in one place. A loud sound came down from Heaven, as if a strong and powerful wind was blowing. It filled the entire room where they were sitting. Suddenly, there appeared a fire that divided into tongues and sat upon each person present in the area. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and they started speaking in different languages as guided by the Spirit.”
Ever since the dawn of creation, God has played an essential role in the lives of us all. He is our source of guidance and strength – He is “I AM” RUACH, the Holy Spirit. As the third part of the Holy Trinity, He hovers over us providing us with eternal witness to our salvation found only in Christ. He has been with us since the beginning, empowering and helping us as we work through life’s challenges. Today, His voice and Spirit guide our thoughts and actions as we walk together down this path of faith.
Romans 8:12-17, “Therefore, brethren, we are debtors—not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, “Abba, Father.”
“The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.”
Rephrased, “Therefore, brothers and sisters, we owe our allegiance to the Spirit and not to the desires of the flesh. Living according to our sinful nature brings death, but putting to death its desires bring life. Those led by God’s Spirit are his children. Instead of feeling afraid due to your limitations, you were granted the Spirit of adoption that made it possible for us to call God “Father” with confidence.”
“The Holy Spirit confirms that we are God’s children, which means we have an amazing heritage. If we experience suffering alongside Jesus, then one day we will also share in His glory when everything is complete. We are joint heirs with Christ and have a unique blessing that no other can take away.”
The Holy Spirit, also known as the Voice and the Spirit of God, has always been an integral part of Christianity. He is the third part of the Holy Trinity and is mentioned in Genesis 1:2 when He hovered over the face of the water. Throughout scripture, He has been shown as a vital reminder and source of guidance for believers.
By embodying God’s presence within each of us, His is our eternal witness to our salvation in Christ through His grace and presence. As we continue our pursuit to lead a life according to His will, we can find comfort and assurance that daily He empowers helps works and walks with us in this journey we are taking.
1 John 5:14-17, “Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.”
“If anyone sees his brother sinning a sin which does not lead to death, he will ask, and He will give him life for those who commit sin not leading to death. There is sin leading to death. I do not say that he should pray about that. All unrighteousness is sin, and there is sin not leading to death.”
Rephrased, “We have full faith in His will, and He always hears our prayers. If we make a request that is in line with what He desires, we can be confident that He will listen to us. Knowing this fact brings us the assurance that our requests to Him will be granted.”
“When we witness someone committing a sin which does not lead to death, prayer can be used as an effective tool to ask God for mercy and offer grace. However, there are some sins which lead to death – in such cases, it is best not to pray. In conclusion, all wrongdoings are regarded as sin and there is no such thing as a ‘sinless’ sin.”
The Voice and the Spirit of God is an integral part of our lives, as well as the core of our faith. The Holy Spirit, or Ruach Ha-Kodesh, is referred to in Genesis 1:2, where God hovered over the face of the waters. This same Spirit was breathed into us by God in order to make us capable of having eternal life and salvation through Christ.
Genesis 2:4-7, When the Lord God created the heavens and the earth in the beginning, there was no plant or herb of the field yet grown. This is when it all began – a time before all vegetation would grow on land. The Lord God had not made it rain on the earth, but instead a mist arose from the ground and provided moisture to all parts of the land. There were no people around to cultivate the soil either
“Then God sculpted man out of the dust of the earth and blew into him, infusing life into his lungs and bringing him to life. Consequently, man was now a living being.”
John 20:19-23, “On that same day in the evening, which was the first day of the week, Jesus made His appearance when all the disciples had remained shut in a room out of fear from Jews. He stepped inside and spoke to them, “Peace be with you”. After He said this, Jesus revealed His hands and side to the disciples. Upon seeing Him in person, the followers of Jesus rejoiced.
“With a voice of assurance, Jesus pronounced peace upon the disciples and instructed them to be His ambassadors, just as He was sent by the Father. After He spoke, Jesus breathed on His disciples to mark a new beginning. Jesus told them, “Be filled with the Holy Spirit.” When you choose to forgive someone, the sins they committed will be forgiven. However, if you decide not to pardon them, their transgressions will remain unforgiven.”
The Holy Spirit also serves as a witness to our faith and salvation; He works with us and walks with us for us to be able to receive His gifts such as wisdom, insight, revelations and more. All these are given that we may live a holy life on earth according to His will. In addition, He empowers us saying: “I AM RUACH HA-KODESH, THE HOLY SPIRIT” He gives us strength beyond what we can imagine whenever we accept Him into our hearts.
Ephesians 1:15-23, “Therefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints. Do not cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers: that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him.”
“The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power which He worked in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come.”
“And He put all things under His feet and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.
Rephrased, “Thus, I am continually offering prayers of thanks for you in light of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your infinite love for all the saints. I never forget to mention you in my daily supplications. May the Lord God of Jesus Christ, who is the Father of glory, bless you with a spirit of wisdom and insight so that you may come to know Him better.”
“Your spiritual eyes will be opened so that you can comprehend His purpose in calling you to salvation and the abundant blessings He has promised to those He loves. These riches are a part of His inheritance given to all who choose Him. The sheer magnitude of God’s power that is available to us who believe is truly remarkable.”
“His incredible power was demonstrated in Christ when He was resurrected and seated at the right hand in heavenly places, offering us the ultimate gift of life. Above all earthly authority, power, and dominion exists a name greater than any other. This name is relevant not only in this lifetime, but in the eternities to come.”
“Jesus is the head of all things, and it is His church which comprises the fullness of Himself. He has given all power over to Him and made every creature subject to Him. All in all, He completely fills everything with His presence.
As one of the three Persons in the Holy Trinity, “I AM” RUACH HA-KODESH is a powerful reminder of God’s presence and impact on us. He is the Voice, who spoke to Creation and empowered it; the Spirit which descended upon Moses, filled with wisdom and insight; and is also our eternal witness to our salvation through Christ.
He helps us to understand truth, works through us by His power, and walks alongside us as we struggle for daily encounters with holiness. “I AM” RUACH HA-KODESH is indeed an integral part of our prayers – empowering them to take shape within hearts and minds.
Psalms 51:10-13, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and uphold me by Your generous Spirit. Then I will teach transgressors Your ways, and sinners shall be converted to You.”
Rephrased, “Oh Lord, I come to You humbly requesting that You create a clean heart in me and a spirit that remains faithful. Let me not be removed from Your presence and do not take away Your Holy Spirit. Please restore the joy of Your salvation within me and show me the generosity of Your Spirit. Then I shall lead those who have gone astray down Your path, and those who have sinned will be brought back to You.”
