(S6 E7) Symbols of the Holy Spirit (Part Two)

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By: Dr. Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo | November 10, 2022

The podcast’s series on pneumatology is in full swing. This episode was so big that we had to split it up into two. Part Two will look at the symbols of water and oil.

1. How does the symbol of cleansing water describe the Holy Spirit?

• Scripture References
  • 1 John 4:9
  • Psa. 1
  • John 4:14
  • Ezek. 47:1-12
• Symbolic References
  • Cleansing
  • Reviving
  • Refreshing

1. In what ways does the symbol of the anointed oil depict the Holy Spirit?

• Scripture References
  • Rev. 6:6
  • Mark 6:13
  • Num. 4:9
  • Exod. 25:6
  • Matt. 25:3-8
  • Zech. 4:1–7 (Important passage)
• Symbolic References
  • Healing
  • Illuminating
  • Empowering
  • Restorative
  • Revealing

1. Thinking on these symbols, describe the fruit of the Spirit and why they are so important (Gal. 5:22–23).

About our Hosts

Brian G. Chilton earned his Doctor of Philosophy in the Theology and Apologetics program at Liberty University. He is the host of The Bellator Christi Podcast and the founder of Bellator Christi. Brian received his Master of Divinity in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); earned a Certificate in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and plans to purse philosophical studies in the near future. He is also enrolled in Clinical Pastoral Education to better learn how to empower those around him. Brian is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Evangelical Philosophical Society.

Brian has served in pastoral ministry for nearly 20 years and currently serves as a clinical hospice chaplain and serves as an interim pastor in northwestern North Carolina. Additionally, he serves as an editor for the Eleutheria Journal. At the prompting of the Lord, Brian established Bellator Christi Ministries in 2012. The ministry is aimed to provide readily available resources in theology, apologetics, biblical studies, and philosophy to those who want to know what Christianity teaches and why it should be believed. In 2019, Brian published his first book entitled the Layman’s Manual on Christian Apologetics. After finishing his Ph.D., Brian intends to publish more books. His areas of expertise include early Christology, early NT creeds, near-death experiences, biblical reliability, the blend of divine sovereignty and human freedom, and the need for empathy.

https://www.amazon.com/Laymans-Manual-Christian-Apologetics-Essentials/dp/1532697104

Curtis Evelo is a cattle rancher at the E6 Hereford Ranch in St. Ignatius, Montana. Curtis is the Co-Host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast. He often teaches and speaks at his church Cornerstone Faith Center in St. Ignatius. Curtis provides a common-sense approach to Christianity as he contemplates the wonders of God’s creation in Big Sky Country. Curtis serves as the Vice-President of Bellator Christi Ministries, a contributor, and the co-host of the Bellator Christi Podcast. His research interests include Jewish studies in the New Testament, Old Testament typologies, and studies on free will.

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