Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit

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Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit

blas·phe·my

[ˈblasfəmē]

1. the act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things; profane talk:

"he was detained on charges of blasphemy"

"screaming incomprehensible blasphemies"

Official Intenet Definitions

Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit, often referred to as the "unforgivable sin," is a deliberate and persistent rejection of the Holy Spirit's work and testimony about Jesus Christ.

This sin is described as unforgivable in the New Testament, specifically in Matthew 12:31-32, where Jesus states that anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come. The Pharisees, in a moment of doubt, accused Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Satan rather than the Holy Spirit, leading to this warning. This sin is characterized by a hardened refusal to acknowledge the divine source of God's work, often revealing itself through words and attitudes that deny Christ as Savior. Understanding this concept is crucial for believers seeking a deeper relationship with God and a clearer grasp of biblical truth.

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