While there are indeed multiple ways in which it is possible for the believer to grieve the Holy Spirit, the Apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:30 is narrowly focused on grieving the Holy Spirit in relation to the way in which we communicate with one another as members of the Body of Christ. To understand the seriousness of grieving the Spirit, we must understand who the Holy Spirit is and be aware of the biblical indications that we have grieved Him.
Say What? Grieving the Holy Spirit
Ephesians 4:29-30
August 2, 2020 • Pastor Paul Edwards
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