The Holy Spirit

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All who are led by the Spirit of God
are children of God.
Romans 8:14
 


The Holy Spirit bears witness to our spirit
that we are sons of God.

 
St. Ambrose, 4th century

 
 
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The Spirit of the Lord has filled the world.
Wisdom 1:7
 


The Spirit is in heaven,
but he fills the world with his presence
that cannot be constrained.

 
St. Basil the Great, 4th century

 
 
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Lord,
let your good spirit guide me.
Psalm 143:10
 


Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart.
Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling
and scatter there your cheerful beams.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

 
 
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Receive the Holy Spirit.
Jesus; John 20:22
 


The Spirit is constantly replenishing those he has visited
without losing anything himself.

 
St. Basil the Great, 4th century

 
 
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The Spirit of the Lord
fills the whole world.
Wisdom 1:7
 


The Spirit is spread throughout all creation
and yet gives of his essence without ever being diminished.

 
St. Basil the Great, 4th century

 
 
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The wind blows where it wills.
John 3: 8
 


The Spirit's will is not arbitrary.
It is the will of truth and goodness.

 
Benedict XVI, 21st Century

 
 
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The Spirit of truth
proceeds from the Father.
Jesus; John 15:26
 


We receive the Spirit of Truth
so that we can know the things of God.

 
St. Hiliary of Poitiers, 4th century

 
 
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I will ask the Father
and he will give you another Counselor
to be with you forever, the Spirit of Truth.
Jesus; John 14:16
 


This unique gift, which is in Christ,
is offered in its fullness to everyone.
It is everywhere available, but is given to each
in proportion to his readiness to receive it.

 
St. Hiliary of Poitiers, 4th century

 

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