50 Bible Verses about the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is often referred to as our Helper, Advocate, and Comforter, and it plays a vital role in our relationship with God. From the very beginning, where the Spirit hovered over the waters of creation, to the outpouring of the Spirit on the day of Pentecost, these verses offer insights into the transformative work of the Holy Spirit. Join us as we delve into the pages of Scripture to understand how the Holy Spirit empowers, guides, and brings us closer to God’s heart. Through these verses, we’ll uncover the depths of the Holy Spirit’s influence and how it continues to shape our faith journey today.
50 Bible Verses about the Holy Spirit
Genesis 1:2
“The earth was formless and empty, and darkness covered the deep waters. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters.”
Exodus 31:3
“I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, ability, and expertise in all kinds of crafts.”
Numbers 11:25
“Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and he took some of the Spirit that was upon him and put it upon the seventy elders. And when the Spirit rested upon them, they prophesied. But they did not do so again.”
Judges 14:6
“And the Spirit of the Lord came powerfully upon him, and he tore the lion apart with his bare hands as he might have torn a young goat. But he told neither his father nor his mother what he had done.”
1 Samuel 10:10
“When they arrived at Gibeah, a procession of prophets met him; the Spirit of God came powerfully upon him, and he joined in their prophesying.”
Psalm 51:11
“Do not banish me from your presence, and don’t take your Holy Spirit from me.”
Isaiah 11:2
“And the Spirit of the Lord will rest on him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord.”
Isaiah 44:3
“For I will pour out water to quench your thirst and to irrigate your parched fields. And I will pour out my Spirit on your descendants, and my blessing on your children.”
Ezekiel 11:19
“And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them. I will take away their stony, stubborn heart and give them a tender, responsive heart.”
Ezekiel 36:27
“And I will put my Spirit in you so that you will follow my decrees and be careful to obey my regulations.”
Joel 2:28
“Then, after doing all those things, I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. Your old men will dream dreams, and your young men will see visions.”
Matthew 1:18
“Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit.”
Matthew 3:11
“I baptize with water those who repent of their sins and turn to God. But someone is coming soon who is greater than I am—so much greater that I’m not worthy even to be his slave and carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.”
Matthew 12:32
“Anyone who speaks against the Son of Man can be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven, either in this world or in the world to come.”
Mark 1:8
“I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit!”
Luke 1:15
“For he will be great in the eyes of the Lord. He must never touch wine or other alcoholic drinks. He will be filled with the Holy Spirit, even before his birth.”
Luke 1:35
“The angel replied, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy, and he will be called the Son of God.'”
Luke 3:22
“And the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: ‘You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.'”
Luke 4:1
“Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan River. He was led by the Spirit in the wilderness.”
Luke 12:12
“For the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what needs to be said.”
John 1:32
“Then John testified, ‘I saw the Holy Spirit descending like a dove from heaven and resting upon him.'”
John 3:5
“Jesus replied, ‘I assure you, no one can enter the Kingdom of God without being born of water and the Spirit.'”
John 3:6
“Humans can reproduce only human life, but the Holy Spirit gives birth to spiritual life.”
John 3:8
“The wind blows wherever it wants. Just as you can hear the wind but can’t tell where it comes from or where it is going, so you can’t explain how people are born of the Spirit.”
John 4:24
“For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.”
John 7:39
“When he said ‘living water,’ he was speaking of the Spirit, who would be given to everyone believing in him. But the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet entered into his glory.”
John 14:16
“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you.”
John 14:17
“He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive him, because it isn’t looking for him and doesn’t recognize him. But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.”
John 14:26
“But when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative—that is, the Holy Spirit—he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you.”
John 15:26
“But I will send you the Advocate—the Spirit of truth. He will come to you from the Father and will testify all about me.”
John 16:7
“But in fact, it is best for you that I go away, because if I don’t, the Advocate won’t come. If I do go away, then I will send him to you.”
Acts 1:5
“John baptized with water, but in just a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”
Acts 1:8
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
Acts 2:1-4
“On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire appeared and settled on each of them. And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.”
Acts 2:38
“Peter replied, ‘Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.'”
Acts 4:31
“After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness.”
Acts 5:3-4
“Then Peter said, ‘Ananias, why have you let Satan fill your heart? You lied to the Holy Spirit, and you kept some of the money for yourself. The property was yours to sell or not sell, as you wished. And after selling it, the money was also yours to give away. How could you do a thing like this? You weren’t lying to us but to God!'”
Acts 6:3
“And so, brothers, select seven men who are well respected and are full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will give them this responsibility.”
Acts 6:5
“Everyone liked this idea, and they chose the following: Stephen (a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit), Philip, Procorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas of Antioch (an earlier convert to the Jewish faith).”
Acts 7:51
“You stubborn people! You are heathen at heart and deaf to the truth. Must you forever resist the Holy Spirit? That’s what your ancestors did, and so do you!”
Acts 8:15-17
“As soon as they arrived, they prayed for these new believers to receive the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit had not yet come upon any of them, for they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then Peter and John laid their hands upon these believers, and they received the Holy Spirit.”
Acts 9:17
“So Ananias went and found Saul. He laid his hands on him and said, ‘Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus, who appeared to you on the road, has sent me so that you might regain your sight and be filled with the Holy Spirit.'”
Acts 9:31
“The church then had peace throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria, and it became stronger as the believers lived in the fear of the Lord. And with the encouragement of the Holy Spirit, it also grew in numbers.”
Acts 10:38
“And you know that God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. Then Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.”
Acts 11:24
“Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith. And many people were brought to the Lord.”
Acts 13:2
“One day as these men were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, ‘Dedicate Barnabas and Saul for the special work to which I have called them.'”
Acts 13:4
“So Barnabas and Saul were sent out by the Holy Spirit. They went down to the seaport of Seleucia and then sailed for the island of Cyprus.”
Acts 13:9
“Saul, also known as Paul, was filled with the Holy Spirit, and he looked the sorcerer in the eye.”
Acts 15:8
“God knows people’s hearts, and he confirmed that he accepts Gentiles by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as he did to us.”
Acts 19:2
“He asked them, ‘Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?’ ‘No,’ they replied, ‘we haven’t even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.'”
Conclusion
The Holy Spirit is not merely a distant force but a constant presence, providing us with wisdom, strength, and comfort in our daily walk. These verses inspire us to seek a deeper relationship with God through the Holy Spirit, to open our hearts to its guidance, and to embrace the fruits it bears within us – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Let us continue to invite the Holy Spirit to shape our thoughts, actions, and words as we journey onward, relying on its transformative power to draw us closer to the heart of our Creator.
