Snoop Dogg refers to Him as the “Gangsta’ Holy Ghost.” Recently, my morning quiet time has led me straight into a how-do-you-do with the Holy Spirit. Many different sources have all led me straight to Him, so I decided it was time to follow up on this.
After a little searching, I landed on a book by a guy named Tyler Staton called The Familiar Stranger: (Re)Introducing the Holy Spirit to Those in Search of an Experiential Spirituality. This book was not at all what I was expecting. Namely, it didn’t make me feel guilty. In fact, it made me feel empowered!
I have been exposed to very little information about this third part of the Holy Trinity. Like Garth says, “I blame it all on my roots”—my Southern Baptist roots, that is. I always had it in my mind that getting to know the Holy Spirit would involve a more charismatic lifestyle. And Lord knows, I am not charismatic in any expression of that word. So, this excursion into the seemingly timid part of the Big Three has been eye-opening.
I guess I expected to be chastised for my ignorance of the Holy Spirit. But this book gave me a kind but authentic peek at the activity of the Holy Spirit already existing in my life. It explained many of my personally unexplained moments.
Looking back with 20/20 hindsight, I am thrilled at what the Holy Spirit has done through me in spite of my lack of recognition. I am so excited to look at each day in my life now, and I am learning to listen carefully for His “still, small voice” to lead me in His ministry.
If you are like me and are curious about the quieter part of the Trinity, I recommend pursuing it. Blessings on you all.
Susan
