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The Christian and the Holy Spirit: Moving Beyond Discouragement and Defeat (Ten Basic Steps Toward Christian Maturity, Step 3)

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Excellent overview of the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer for the average Christian. Bright has taken dusty doctrine and made it powerfully practical with his "transferable concepts." This simple study will lead anyone into a greater understanding of their need of the Spirit's help in their life as well as the cooperation He needs from us. Perfect for discipling new believers.

In the last review rated with a 3 star because of the cover. Just found out it was the right cover. So, I am giving a 5 star.

Though there is much to commend Dr Bright on in his life and ministry, his teaching on the Holy Spirit does not fall into that category.

In this, and most other of Dr Bright's books he takes a Keswickian view of sanctification and the work of God in our lives, bringing the heresy of the "Higher Life" view to a new generation. The view Dr Bright holds teaches that there are two types of Christians- the "spirit filled" and the "carnal." This view is rejected my most commentators on I Corinthians (where Dr Bright goes to find credence for his view). Most writers look at Paul's writings very differently, pointing out that all Christians live lives polluted by sin, but empowered by the Holy Spirit. If the Holy Spirit is not making His work known in our lives we have no right to assume we are Christians at all (carnal or otherwise).