Dictionary of Bible Themes Based on the practice of sealing letters, documents and property, the Holy Spirit is described as being a seal on the lives of God's people, affirming their Christian character, marking them out as belonging to God and guarding them from the world and the devil. John 6:27The Holy Spirit's seal on the life of Jesus Christ See also Isaiah 42:1; 61:1The Greek implies a once-and-for-all sealing at a particular time in the past and probably alludes to the baptism of Jesus Christ when the Holy Spirit came upon him. 2 Corinthians 1:21-22The seal of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers See also The seal marks God's ownership Revelation 7:3-4; 9:4; 14:1; 22:4Ephesians 1:13-14 See also The seal acts as a guarantee of redemption 2 Corinthians 5:5Ephesians 4:30 1 Peter 1:5 See also 1513 Trinity, mission of2510 Christ, baptism of 3120 Holy Spirit, descriptions 3120 Holy Spirit, descriptions 3239 Holy Spirit, anointing 3242 Holy Spirit, baptism with 3257 Holy Spirit, gift of 3269 Holy Spirit in Christ 5518 seal 7903 baptism |
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