Q&A : Tanda dipenuhi Roh Kudus - Pdt. Billy Kristanto | GRIIKG

Summary

This transcript explores the concept of receiving the Holy Spirit through the lens of Reformed Theology. It discusses how individuals, once spiritually dead, are resurrected by the Holy Spirit, allowing them to believe in God. The passage highlights the mysterious work of the Spirit in a believer’s life, such as the case of Cornelius. Signs of being filled with the Holy Spirit include a deeper understanding of spiritual matters, a love for God’s Word, and a transformed life marked by the fruit of the Spirit. Ultimately, believers live with a focus on both the present and the coming Kingdom of God.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Holy Spirit is received when a person is spiritually reborn, enabling them to believe in God.
• 😀 Reformed Theology emphasizes that the Holy Spirit works mysteriously, bringing a person from spiritual death to life, making belief possible.
• 😀 The work of the Holy Spirit is not always immediately visible, but it is evident in the transformation of a person's heart and life.
• 😀 The example of Cornelius shows that even before the Holy Spirit was visibly given, God's work was already at work in his life, preparing him for the moment of receiving the Spirit.
• 😀 A person who is filled with the Holy Spirit begins to understand and appreciate spiritual things, moving beyond the visible world to embrace the Kingdom of God.
• 😀 Spiritual rebirth through the Holy Spirit leads to a desire for spiritual things, including a love for Christ and His Word, and a longing for a deeper relationship with God.
• 😀 Those filled with the Holy Spirit live in the tension of this world and the world to come, adhering to the principles of God's Kingdom while awaiting His return.
• 😀 The fruit of the Holy Spirit is seen in the transformation of a believer’s life, with increasing love for God and others, as well as growing spiritual maturity.
• 😀 The Holy Spirit brings joy and peace to a believer's life, helping them endure trials and resist the temptation to sin.
• 😀 A person filled with the Holy Spirit finds joy in meditating on God’s Word and serving others, not out of obligation but out of a deep love for God and His truth.

Q & A

When does a person receive the Holy Spirit according to the script?

A person receives the Holy Spirit when they are born again, becoming spiritually alive. The Holy Spirit enables them to believe in God and experience a transformation in their life.

How does Reformed Theology view the reception of the Holy Spirit?

Reformed Theology believes that the Holy Spirit is received when someone is born again. This event marks the spiritual resurrection of a person, enabling them to believe in God.

What is the role of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life?

The Holy Spirit works mysteriously in a believer’s life, regenerating them and allowing them to understand spiritual things. It also gives them the ability to live according to the principles of the Kingdom of God.

What does John 3 say about the Holy Spirit?

John 3 explains that the work of the Holy Spirit is mysterious. It cannot be pinpointed in a specific moment but is a transformative and ongoing process in the believer’s life.

How was the Holy Spirit involved in the life of Cornelius?

Cornelius experienced God's work in his life before Peter arrived. His reverence for God and potential repentance indicated that the Holy Spirit was already active, and upon Peter’s arrival, Cornelius fully received the Holy Spirit.

How do people know they have received the Holy Spirit?

People who have received the Holy Spirit begin to understand spiritual matters, find joy in serving God, and develop a deep love for His word. They also experience a transformation in their desires and actions.

What are the signs of being filled with the Holy Spirit?

Signs include an increased understanding of spiritual things, a love for Christ and His word, a desire to live by God's principles, and the fruit of the Spirit manifesting in their lives, such as love, joy, and peace.

What is the significance of the phrase 'being born again' in the context of the Holy Spirit?

'Being born again' refers to a spiritual rebirth enabled by the Holy Spirit. It is through this rebirth that a person becomes capable of understanding and experiencing spiritual truths.

What does the script say about the believer's relationship with the world after receiving the Holy Spirit?

After receiving the Holy Spirit, a believer’s life is no longer focused solely on this world. They begin to live with a mindset oriented toward the Kingdom of God, prioritizing spiritual matters over worldly concerns.

What is the role of the fruit of the Spirit in the believer's life?

The fruit of the Spirit is evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence in a believer's life. These fruits, such as love, patience, and kindness, grow as the believer becomes more like Christ, demonstrating spiritual maturity.