Dictionary of Bible Themes  »  3000 Holy Spirit  »  3200 Holy Spirit, ministry and work of  »  3203 Holy Spirit, and assurance  »  3266 Holy Spirit, in creation

The Holy Spirit was active with the Father and the Word in creation. He is the active power of God present within creation.

The Holy Spirit is involved in creative activity

Genesis 1:2 See also Job 26:13; Psalm 33:6 The word translated “breath” is the same word that is used for “Spirit”.

The Holy Spirit is the breath of life throughout creation

Genesis 2:7 See also Job 12:10; Job 32:8; Job 33:4; Job 34:14-15; Psalm 104:30

The Holy Spirit is present everywhere in creation

Psalm 139:7-8

The Holy Spirit controls nature and history

Isaiah 34:16 See also Isaiah 40:7

The Holy Spirit enables creative achievement

Exodus 31:1-5 See also Exodus 35:30-35

See also

1110  God, present everywhere
1325  God, the Creator
2303  Christ as creator
3035  Holy Spirit, presence of
3045  Holy Spirit, sovereignty
3120  Holy Spirit, descriptions
3272  Holy Spirit in OT
3290  Holy Spirit, life-giver
4005  creation
5081  Adam, life of