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The Holy Spirit, as a member of the Holy Trinity, shares in the divine attribute of omnipresence, meaning He is present everywhere at all times. This characteristic is essential to understanding the nature and work of the Holy Spirit within the Godhead and in the world.

Biblical Evidence of Omnipresence

The omnipresence of the Holy Spirit is affirmed in several passages of Scripture. In Psalm 139:7-10, David reflects on the inescapable presence of God's Spirit:

"Where can I go to escape Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I ascend to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in Sheol, You are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle by the farthest sea, even there Your hand will guide me; Your right hand will hold me fast."

This passage highlights the impossibility of escaping the Spirit's presence, affirming His omnipresence in both the highest heavens and the depths of Sheol.

The Holy Spirit in Creation and Sustenance

The Holy Spirit's omnipresence is also evident in His role in creation and sustaining life. Genesis 1:2 describes the Spirit of God hovering over the waters at the dawn of creation, indicating His active presence in the formation of the world. Furthermore, Job 33:4 states, "The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life." This verse underscores the Spirit's involvement in the creation and sustenance of life, a task that necessitates His presence throughout the universe.

The Indwelling Presence

In the New Testament, the omnipresence of the Holy Spirit is further demonstrated through His indwelling presence in believers. In 1 Corinthians 3:16, Paul writes, "Do you not know that you yourselves are God’s temple, and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?" The indwelling of the Holy Spirit in each believer across the globe is a testament to His omnipresence, as He simultaneously resides within all who are in Christ.

The Spirit's Work in the Church

The Holy Spirit's omnipresence is also crucial for His work in the Church. In Acts 2, the Spirit descends upon the apostles at Pentecost, empowering them to preach the gospel to people from various nations. This event marks the beginning of the Spirit's work in the Church, guiding, teaching, and empowering believers worldwide. The Spirit's ability to be present and active in diverse locations and cultures is a reflection of His omnipresence.

Conclusion

The Holy Spirit's omnipresence is a fundamental aspect of His divine nature, allowing Him to be actively involved in creation, sustain life, indwell believers, and work within the Church. This attribute affirms the Holy Spirit's deity and His integral role within the Trinity.

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Psalm 139:7-13
Where shall I go from your spirit? or where shall I flee from your presence?
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The Holy Spirit in the New Testament Other than in the Old.
... With the Christian Church we confess that the Holy Spirit is true and eternal God,
and therefore omnipresent; hence no creature, stone or animal, man or angel ...
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God the Holy Spirit the Love which Dwells in the Heart.
... But He is God, unlimited: in my closet He abides ... lands, so is the operation of the
Holy Spirit not local and limited, but divinely omnipresent in you and ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/xx god the holy spirit.htm

Creation and Re-Creation.
... Son touches him outwardly; by the Holy Spirit the divine ... not be understood to say
that God comes into ... element but the Almighty and Omnipresent God quickens and ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/ix creation and re-creation.htm

Definitive Conceptions About the Spirit which Conform to the ...
... but straightway full, self-established, omnipresent, origin of ... and, highest of all,
the being made God. ... the conceptions concerning the Holy Spirit, which we ...
/.../basil letters and select works/chapter ix definitive conceptions about.htm

The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
... in his nature (Heb.9:14, RV); omnipresent (Psa.139 ... of these attributes, see under
the Doctrine of God and Jesus ... 3. DIVINE WORKS ARE ASCRIBED TO THE HOLY SPIRIT. ...
/.../evans/the great doctrines of the bible/the doctrine of the holy.htm

The Trinity.
... The terms Holy Ghost and God are used interchangeably ... blood of Christ, who through
the eternal Spirit offered himself ... dead works to serve the living God?" Heb.9 ...
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The Holy Spirit's Chief Office
... come to Christ, we come to omnipotent omnipresent omniscience; we ... in the glorious
Lord, the God of nature ... of redemption, and of heaven, the Holy Spirit gives us ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 40 1894/the holy spirits chief office.htm

What is It?
... of the work which reveals the operation of the Holy Spirit. ... not surrender it as long
as God is indeed eternal, unchangeable, and omnipresent; but by it ...
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A Confession of the Catholic Faith which Pope Damasus Sent to ...
... the divine substance and very God of God, [858] let him be anathema. If any one
deny that the Holy Spirit is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent, as also ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of theodoret/chapter xi a confession of the.htm

Note E. --Chap. viii Nothing of Myself
... relation to God, His inconceivable Omnipresent Omnipotence working ... the knowledge
of the Triune God too high ... Son became Incarnate, and the Holy Spirit was sent ...
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