MATURE JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHRISTIAN THEOLOGIANS, SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS
Published April 2, 2025 | Version v1
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The Role of the Holy Spirit in the Process of Sanctification: A Biblical and Theological Analysis

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  • 1. ROR icon Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
  • 2. ROR icon University of Ibadan
  • 3. University of Ibadan Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
  • 4. Department of Dental Technology Federal University of Technology Owerri Imo State Nigeria
  • 5. Department of Restorative Dentistry College of Medicine University of Lagos Idi-Araba, Lagos State Nigeria

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This article examines the crucial role of the Holy Spirit in the process of sanctification, a doctrine central to Christian theology. Through a comprehensive analysis of biblical passages and theological perspectives, this study reveals the Spirit's multifaceted involvement in sanctification, including conviction of sin, regeneration, indwelling, filling, and empowerment for spiritual growth and obedience. The research demonstrates that the Holy Spirit is not only instrumental in initiating salvation but also essential for progressive sanctification, enabling believers to live a life pleasing to God. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit's transformative work in the lives of believers, shedding light on the intricate relationship between the Spirit and sanctification.

 

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