Richard Rohr once wrote, "We must move from a belief-based spirituality to a practiced-based spirituality, or little will change in religion, politics, or the world." Today, there is a generation of Christ-followers who are desperately seeking such a practice-based or "experiential" spirituality. For these believers, there is good news: The Holy Spirit's indwelling presence to empower and transform is freely available in their lives.

Unfortunately, there is much confusion and unfamiliarity around the person of the Holy Spirit in our modern times, which has led to too many Christians either sidelining him or misunderstanding what he means for their spiritual walk with God. In The Familiar Stranger Bible Study, Tyler Staton reintroduces this often-neglected person of the Trinity, tracing the story of the Holy Spirit as it unfolds throughout the Bible and inviting believers to close the gap between what the Bible reveals about him and their lived experience.

Along the way, participants will dig into key biblical images and metaphors that reveal the Holy Spirit's nature, roles, and personality. They will discover how the Holy Spirit brings discernment and access to miraculous power to partner with God in the work he is doing in the world. They will also come to understand how both Word and Spirit (too often separated in some church traditions) work together to draw people into a vibrant, intimate knowledge of God. The Familiar Stranger Bible Study will challenge, inform, and encourage believers from every background to become more deeply acquainted with the Person and work of the Holy Spirit—and experience his transformative, life-giving power in their lives.

SESSION OUTLINE

A Framework for the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit at Creation
The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament
The Holy Spirit in Jesus' Ministry
The Holy Spirit in the Early Church
The Holy Spirit at Work Today

The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.