Related Verses: Gen. 1:2; Exod. 31:1-5; Ezek. 37:5-9; John 3:3-8; John 15:26

Leading Question: The official study guide takes a whole lesson to focus on how the Spirit works “behind the scenes.” Why is that important to our study?

Of the three dominant meanings for the Hebrew word ruach (OT) and its Greek equivalent, pneuma (NT) – spirit, wind, and breath – none suggests anything substantial for the Holy Spirit. How does that insubstantial quality contribute to our understanding of God’s work on our behalf?

Our lesson takes us to different contexts in which the Spirit works behind the scenes. Each of ...