Is the Holy Spirit “with” us, or “in” us; or “upon” us? Various expressions are used in the scriptures. Luke 1:15 says that John the Baptist was “filled” with the Holy Ghost. Mark 1:8 says you will be “baptized” with the Holy Spirit. Acts 10:44 says the Holy Spirit fell “upon” all them which heard the word. John 14:16 tells us that the Holy Spirit will abide “with” us forever.
I believe the Holy Spirit has been “with” us always. He was with the children of Israel during their flight from Egypt in the form of a pillar of a cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night (Exodus 13:21). and
The Holy Spirit has been “in” all believers since His coming at Pentecost to form the church, the body of Christ (Acts 2:4). and
The Holy Spirit is “upon” us at our discretion, when we yield ourselves to Him.
However, this verbal is much less important than the reality of His presence. Jesus said, “…..the Spirit dwelleth with you, and shall be in you” (John 14:17)…”He will guide you into all truth”…..”He will show you things to come” (John 16:13)…..”He shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance”. (John 14:26)
He is our comforter, our teacher, our reminder, our constant companion, and prays for us when we don’t how we should pray for ourselves.
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