Acatitlan

Q1. (1 Samuel 16:13; Psalm 51:11) What is the primary purpose of God putting his Spirit upon selected individuals in the Old Testament? What effect does the Spirit seem to have upon their relationship with God? The primary purpose of God putting His Spirit upon selected individuals in the Old Testament was to enable them to fulfill His purpose, or a very specific purpose. Whether it be to lead His people, to judge, or the speak prophetically, the Lord's Spirit was needed. As a result, those who experienced the Holy Spirit wanted more of Him, i.e. David in Psalm 51:11. They also wanted to live a life pleasing to God, something lacking in today's times. Taking a deeper look at the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament makes one appreciate God's grace towards the Church and the privilege we have of knowing that the Holy Spirit is with us. Christ promised us a Counselar, the Spirit of Truth whom the world cannot receive because they do not see him nor know Him (John14:16-18).