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S. Michael Houdmann
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The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is the action by which God takes up permanent residence in the body of a believer in Jesus Christ. In the Old Testament, the Spirit would come and go from the sain...
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Jack Gutknecht
Paul refers to the indwelling of Christ 216 times. John mentions his presence 26. No other religion or philosophy makes such a claim. No other movement implies the living presence of its founder in his followers. Muhammad does not indwell Muslims. Buddha does not inhabit Buddhists. Influence? Instruct? Yes. But occupy? No. Compare Colossians 1:27, “Christ is in you!” Little by little a new image emerges! All because of God’s Grace! --Max Lucado
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