New City Catechism Question Thirty-Six

Summary

In this episode, Pastor Jon discusses question 36 of the New City Catechism, which asks what we believe about the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is God, co-eternal with the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is not just a power source or manifestation of God, but a distinct person within the Trinity. Pastor Jon also mentions the concept of the Spirit being given irrevocably to all who believe, highlighting the perseverance of the saints. This episode aims to clarify the role and nature of the Holy Spirit.

Takeaways

The Holy Spirit is God, co-eternal with the Father and the Son.
The Holy Spirit is a distinct person within the Trinity.
The Spirit is given irrevocably to all who believe.
Understanding the Holy Spirit's role and nature is important for Christians.
The concept of the perseverance of the saints is related to the Holy Spirit.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format
00:55 Question 36: What do we believe about the Holy Spirit?
03:17 Beliefs About the Holy Spirit
04:13 The Irrevocable Gift of the Holy Spirit
04:43 Conclusion