Published by Charisma Magazine (Spring 2013)

Though many Christians overlook the importance of the Holy Spirit,

Scripture is clear about not only His vital role, but also His divine

actions. Here are 33 of the countless things the Spirit of God

continues to do today.

1. He helps us (Rom. 8:26)

2. He guides us (John 16:13)

3. He teaches us (John 14:26) 

4. He speaks (Rev. 2:7)

5. He reveals (1 Cor. 2:10)

6. He instructs (Acts 8:29)

7. He testifies of Jesus (John 15:26)

8. He comforts us (Acts 9:31) 

9. He calls us (Acts 13:2)

10. He fills us (Acts 4:31) 

11.  He strengthens us (Eph. 3:16)

12. He prays for us (Rom. 8:26)

13. He prophesies through us (2 Pet. 1:21)

14. He bears witness to the truth (Rom. 9:1)

15. He brings joy (1 Thess. 1:6)

16. He brings freedom (2 Cor. 3:17) 

17. He helps us to obey (1 Pet. 1:22)

18. He calls for Jesus’ return (Rev. 22:17)

19. He transforms us (2 Cor. 3:18)

20. He lives in us (1 Cor. 3:16)

21.  He frees us (Rom. 8:2)

22. He renews us (Titus 3:5)

23. He produces fruit in us (Gal. 5:22-23)

24. He gives gifts (1 Cor. 12:8-10)

25. He leads us (Rom. 8:14)

26. He convicts (John 16:8)

27. He sanctifies us (2 Thess. 2:13)

28. He empowers us (Acts 1:8)

29. He unites us (Eph. 4:3-4)

30. He seals us (Eph. 1:13)

31. He gives us access to the Father (Eph. 2:18)

32. He enables us to wait (Gal. 5:5)

33. He casts out demons (Matt. 12:28)

Hint: To memorize them, it helps to organize the roles of the Holy Spirit in alphabetical order.

YCCT is aware this list is not exhaustive, there are other roles of the Holy Spirit presented in scripture.