The Holy Ghost: The Spirit of Truth and Protection

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores the divinity, personhood, and essential work of the Holy Ghost, the third Person of the Trinity. Using the imagery of a protective wall, the sermon shows how the Spirit safeguards the Church against theological error, human self‑reliance, and internal division.Pastor Thompson clarifies the historical language of the Church, noting that “Holy Ghost” and “Holy Spirit” are synonymous titles for the same divine Person. The episode highlights the Spirit’s active role in convicting, regenerating, indwelling, and preserving the believer throughout the life of faith.The sermon emphasises that the Spirit is the divine mediator who anchors spiritual life in Scripture, empowers the Church for witness, and keeps believers rooted in orthodox truth. Without His presence, the Christian life collapses into mere human effort.Ultimately, the Holy Ghost is presented as an eternal, indispensable presence — the Spirit of truth who protects, guides, and sustains the people of God.Know Surrender is a weekly Bible study and reflection podcast offering gentle, scripture‑rooted teaching to help believers grow in faith and walk closely with God.Welcome to Know Surrender—a podcast about learning what it truly means to surrender to Jesus Christ. Not in defeat, but in devotion. Here we explore scripture, history, and the call to follow Christ with heart, mind, and life. To know surrender… is to know Him. Bank Sort Code 60-20-23 Account Number 38445514Account Name "Bootle Protestant Free ChurchSupport the showIf you enjoy hearing our podcasts why not consider supporting our churchBank Sort Code 60-20-23 Account Number 38445514Account Name "Bootle Protestant Free ChurchorCheques can be sent to Pastor Ian ThompsonMade to "Bootle Protestant Free Church" University Rd/Trinity Road Bootle Merseyside L20 3BBand why not visit our facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/bootleprotestantfreechurch