Note.—It is plain from these scriptures that the Holy Spirit is the personal representative of Christ upon the earth, abiding in the church by dwelling in the hearts of the believers. It follows that any attempt to make a man the vicegerent of Christ in the place of the third person of the Godhead is an attempt to put man in the place of God. Thus does the fundamental principle of the Papacy set aside the person and work of the Holy Spirit.
14. How has God revealed to us the hidden things of the kingdom?
“But God hath revealed them unto us by His Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.” 1 Cor. 2:10.
15. Who moved upon the prophets to give their messages?
“For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.” 2 Peter 1:21.
16. After Pentecost, how was the gospel preached?
“With the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven.” 1 Peter 1:12.
17. How are believers sealed?
“In whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that Holy Spirit of promise.” Eph. 1:13.
18. What warning is therefore given?