Honoring the Spirit of Grace
- Bishop Keith Butler
- May 8
- 1 min read
Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace? (Hebrews 10:29)
Insulting the Spirit of Grace can lead to serious consequences. Why? Grace is not merely a vague spiritual concept. It is neither a “force” nor a “power” that believers can access. Grace is profoundly personal, as Grace is a person—the Holy Spirit Himself.
He has many names, such as “Comforter,” “Spirit of Truth,” and “Spirit of Grace.” One of the roles of the Holy Spirit is to redirect us to Jesus. He perpetually exalts Jesus. This verse highlights the seriousness of disrespecting or dismissing the sacrifice of Jesus—regarding His blood, which cleanses and sanctifies us as something ordinary or unimportant.
Scripture states that when we fail to honor the blood of Jesus, we effectively insult or grieve the “Spirit of Grace.” The Spirit of Grace, the Holy Spirit, empowers us, transforms us, and strengthens us to fulfill our calling. Most importantly, He invites us into a deep relationship with Himself.
The Holy Spirit desires to speak to you, use you, and connect with you. Don’t dishonor that; don’t dismiss Him. Choose to live your life openly and receive what He has to offer.
Practical Application
Today, set aside a special time to pause and express sincere gratitude to the Holy Spirit, acknowledging His grace and presence in your life.
