Sinclair ferguson born 1948 is a scottish theologian known in reformed christian circles for his teaching, writing, and editorial work. Joni eareckson tada, founder, joni and friends international disability center. Here i will attempt to simply summarize his arguments, though one could hardly do better than to read the book for themselves. A graduate of the university of aberdeen, scotland, he is the author of some two dozen books, has authored numerous.
There is no subject more important in religion than that of the holy spirit. Saturday, october 26, 20 posted by adam parker sinclair ferguson, in his classic book the holy spirit speaks of a case for cessationism. And ferguson is most accurate, in my estimate, in his handling of john 7. Aug 16, 1996 ferguson s study is rooted and driven by the scriptural story of the spirit in creation and redemption. While you can read any number of books on the topic of the work and person of the holy spirit, very few authors get past the surface arguments about the cessation of tongues, signs, healings and wonders. Buy the holy spirit contours of christian theology by sinclair b. If sinclair ferguson is neither the first nor the last to write about him, his book might, nonetheless, be one of the best. Reformed theologian sinclair ferguson says in an interview with the desiring god ministry that while the holy spirit is one of the churchs greatest sources of controversy, christians could think of him as the closest companion of the lord jesus. Ferguson is professor of systematic theology at westminster theological seminary. Chapter 1 introduces the holy spirit in an effort to shorten the distance that stands between him and most believers while explaining all kinds of theological perspectives. From the time when the holy spirit came upon the virgin mary until the time jesus was made alive by the spirit in the resurrection, the story of jesus is the story of the holy spirit.
The holy spirit by sinclair ferguson the narrowing path. Sproul this excellent volume takes its place in the contours of christian theology series between the work of christ and the church. Sinclair ferguson believes we should rephrase this common assertion. Publishers description the holy spirit, once forgotten, has been rediscovered in the twentieth centuryor has he. Dr ferguson spoke about the fact that there is teaching about the spirit everywhere in calvins writings leading to b b warfields famous remark that calvin was the theologian of the holy spirit. She is currently on leave and is enjoying other areas of mission and ministry. There is, however, great confusion among many church members about his person and. In order to redress this balance, ferguson seeks to recover the who of the spirit as much as the what and how. The scritures always refer to the holy spirit as he even though in greek spirit should be neuter gender e. Pdf document, save the file to your personal computer.
The holy spirit is personal that is he has personality and is not just an impersonal divine force. Doctrine of the holy spirit 37part mp3 series web page by dr sinclair b ferguson study of the holy spirit 15part mp3 series web page by joel r beeke the person and power of the holy spirit 17part mp3 series web page by eric alexander preaching in the power of the holy spirit 9part mp3 series web page by dr sinclair b ferguson the doctrine of the holy spirit. Today it is equally important that believers understand the ministry of the holy spirit. Throughout he shows himself fully at home in the churchs historical theology of the spirit and conversant with the wide variety of contemporary christians who have explored the doctrine of the holy spirit. The previous lesson introduced this series and stressed the importance of our study 2. The holy spirit, neglected person of the trinity, and womens leadership pam morrison pam morrison is a methodist clergywoman who has served five churches. The names and titles of the holy spirit the bible uses many different names, titles, and symbols to paint a portrait of the holy spirit. Ferguson accessibility books library as well as its powerful features, including thousands and thousands of title from favorite author, along with the capability to read or download hundreds of boos on your pc or smartphone in. Their answer was, we have not so much as heard whether there be any holy ghost acts 19. The holy spirit contours of christian theology, sinclair. While his work has been recognized, the spirit himself remains to many christians an. While we do want to interact with the unhelpful aspects of the charismatic movement in. This is the most comprehensive treatment of the person and work of the holy spirit from a reformed perspective since abraham kuyper.
The spirit of christ chapter two is an exceptionally rich chapter on the ministry of the holy spirit in the life of jesus. We embrace the holy spirit as the third person of the trinity, yet we are often confused by this mystery. But every time you do choose to pray, you will come out of that time of prayer more edified in his plan and purpose for you than if you hadnt done it. The holy spirit contours of christian theology by sinclair b. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the holy spirit. The holy spirit contours of christian theology series by sinclair b. The holy spirit, neglected person of the trinity, and womens. While the first chapter unfolds the nature of spirit and the holy spirit, the second chapter explores the nature of the holy spirits relationship to the person of christ incarnate. Mar 31, 2015 ferguson takes us from there into a study of the christological implications of the work and person of the holy spirit. This book by ferguson is now 7 years old, but it remains an essential treatment of the holy spirit from a reformed perspective. John calvinthe man without the spirit does not accept the things that come from. Warfield views this passage as proclaiming the intense love and deep yearning which the holy spirit, whom god has caused to dwell in us, feels for our undivided and unwavering. Torrey this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. In the tenth part of this series, sinclair ferguson reminds us that the spirit of jesus aids believers in their sanctification and their growth in the image of our holy.
Who is the holy spirit sinclair ferguson download study guide. Sinclair ferguson traces the work of the third person of the trinity. The person and work of the holy spirit final handout 2. Along the way, he sheds light on the vital role the holy spirit serves. Contours of christian theology by ferguson, sinclair b gerald bray, ed. Along the way, he sheds light on the vital role the holy. The holy spirit contours of christian theology, sinclair b. The holy spirit was sent to us, for us, for the purpose of the church to build the church. All power of action, then, resides in the spirit himself. While his work has been recognised, the spirit himself remains to many christians an.
Fergusons goal is to help us know the holy spirit as a person, in addition to knowing of his. However, ferguson provides a masterful work that resounds in harmonious sound in response to the deafening silence typically given to the third person of. Sinclair ferguson has done an extraordinary piece of work. Ferguson 1997, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Sinclair ferguson traces the work of the third person of the trinity through scripturefrom creation to the work of christ to his dwelling in our hearts today. The holy spirit contours of christian theology logos. But a distinction is made, that we may know that the external word is of no avail by itself. Although the holy spirit is sometimes the forgotten person of the trinity, his. While the first chapter unfolds the nature of spirit and the holy spirit, the second chapter explores the nature of the holy spirit s relationship to the person of christ incarnate.
Sinclair ferguson explains that it is the responsibility of those called to lead the church to teach those who are entrusted to them about the holy spirit. The holy spirit ferguson reformation heritage books. The holy spirit kindle edition by owen, john, ferguson. Sinclair ferguson believes we should rephrase this common. Sinclair ferguson explains that it is the responsibility of those called to lead the church to teach those who are entrusted to them about the holy spirit the third person of the trinity. The holy spirit kindle edition by owen, john, ferguson, sinclair. Ferguson sinclair ferguson s biblicaltheological treatment on the holy spirit is a rich and sumptuous theological feast for any seriousminded believer who wants to know more about the socalled shy member of the. When i know that christ is the one real sacrifice for my sins, that his work on my behalf has been accepted by god, that he is my heavenly intercessor then his blood is the antidote to the poison in the voices that echo in my conscience, condemning me for my many failures. The person and work of the holy spirit ebook monergism. While the holy spirit finds much attention in pentecostal or charismatic theologies, the person and work of the holy spirit is often ignored, glossed over, and neglected in reformed theology.
Paul shared the message of the ministry of the holy spirit with these christians acts 19. Sinclair ferguson, while living in scotland, is professor of systematic theology at redeemer seminary in dallas and dean of the doctor of ministry program at ligonier academy. Theologian sinclair ferguson says holy spirit is jesus. The holy spirit contours of christian theology sinclair b. And sinclair ferguson, the consummate teacher, takes great pains to explain the supreme sufficiency of jesus christ and why he is enough. He asked if they had received the holy spirit since they believed. The project gutenberg ebook of the person and work of the holy spirit by r. Sinclair ferguson traces the work of the third person of the trinity through scripture from creation to the work of christ to his dwelling in our hearts today. Dec 08, 2014 the holy spirit is not merely a synonym for the power of god. Fergusons study is rooted and driven by the scriptural story of the spirit in creation and redemption. With the rise of pentecostalism and the charismatic movement in the twentieth century, the holy spirit is no longer the forgotten person of the trinity. In order to redress this balance, ferguson seeks to. Evaluation ferguson gives attention to points that are vital to a theology of the holy spirit. Buy the holy spirit by sinclair b ferguson online at alibris.
Contours of christian theology 9780830815364 by sinclair b. Her husband david is a grantwriting consultant and former research scientist. What that entails is the involvement of the holy spirit in our livesworking in us and using us to bring the gospel to the world but also to prepare us to one day become the bride of christ and to be taken to the place that jesus has been preparing for us. The holy spirit is not merely a synonym for the power of god. Pdf the holy spirit contours of christian theology. While his work has been recognized, the spirit himself remains to many christians an anonymous, faceless aspect of the divine being. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Sinclair ferguson purposes to remove this ignorance by exploring the questions of the identity of the spirit, the nature of his character, how we, as christians, may. Oct 02, 2009 the penultimate paper in the john owen centre at the september 2009 conference on john calvin was from sinclair ferguson on calvin and the holy spirit.
Ferguson s study is rooted and driven by the scriptural story of the spirit in creation and redemption. You may open and modify this pdf file as often as you like or create different presentations and save them under different file names. Chapter 2 looks at the spirit of christ by explaining paraclete and scoping out the. The spirit and his story surveys the old testaments more shadowy teaching on the holy spirit with a careful biblicaltheological approach. The holy spirit contours of christian theology by sinclair.
The holy spirit, once forgotten, has been rediscovered in the twentieth centuryor has he. The spirit has many characteristics, he is our comforter, advocate, and the one who regenerates our hearts. Who is the holy spirit sinclair ferguson download study. While other works on the holy spirit focus on specific aspects of his work spiritual gifts, inspiration, sanctification, etc. With the rise of pentecostalism and the charismatic movement in the twentieth century, the holy spirit is no longer the forgotten person of the. Sinclair ferguson on john calvin and the holy spirit banner.
Christ is seen as the quintessential man of the spirit. In order to redress this balance, ferguson seeks to recover the who of the spirit. A graduate of the university of aberdeen, scotland, he is the author of some two dozen books, has authored numerous articles and has contributed to various. In order to redress this balance, ferguson seeks to recover the who of the spirit fully as much as. Spiritual gifts regeneration sanctificationthe work of the spirit, then, is joined to the word of god. In order to redress this balance, ferguson seeks to recover the. Although the holy spirit is sometimes the forgotten person of the trinity, his presence and work is found throughout redemptive history.
Ferguson closes his theology of the holy spirit by defining his work in the world at large and finishing up with an appropriate eschatological focus on the spirits role in final resurrection and the new creation chapter 11. The holy spirit, an experimental and practical view ebook. From ligonier ministries 2009 conference pillars of truth, this is wonderfully sound teaching from pastor sinclair ferguson. The holy spirit of god 6 the holy spirit of god the personality of the holy spirit introduction 1. Ferguson the title in christ alone is enough to make hearts brave and souls stand at attention.