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the belief that appeals to the natural writing process of Scripture's human authors, using their own ideas, words and personalities, while holding to the idea that the Holy Spirit superintended their writings in ways that ensured they would say what he wanted them to say, and that prevented them from falling into error

the study of the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity

God's work of governing and upholding all creation, including creatures, actions and things

God's work of making himself known to human beings

the belief that the Holy Spirit simply motivated the human authors to write, much like an artist might be "inspired" or motivated by a great idea or a beautiful landscape

Hebrew word for wind or breath

the Greek translation of the Old Testament

manifestations of the Holy Spirit's power that produce or enhance abilities in human beings, especially to benefit the church

knowledge of God that comes directly from God, or from his messengers, including miracles, prophecy, the inspiration of Scripture, and every other divine intervention and extraordinary work of providence

God is three persons, but only one essence.