Many of us treasure the presence of the Holy Spirit to abide in us. There is nothing as precious as hosting the presence of the Spirit of God in our lives. But hosting the Holy Spirit requires a heart that seeks to please God and an earnest desire to keep your eyes, ears, mind, and body from a sinful lifestyle. After all, the Holy Spirit can only stay in a clean heart.
John the Baptist was told by the Spirit of God that the person on whom the Holy Spirit descends and remains is the person who will baptize with the Holy Spirit. Click here to read the passage on Jesus Christ hosting the Holy Spirit.
In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit visited select persons from time to time. Whereas in the New Testament, after Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection, He sent the Holy Spirit for all disciples of Jesus Christ—which includes all of us. Click here to read the passage on Jesus Christ sending the Holy Spirit to us
Declarations for hosting the presence of God
I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, who is the way, the truth, and the life.
I desire to host the presence of the Holy Spirit, just like Jesus Christ.
(based on John 14:6)
Create in me a clean heart, O God,
And renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Do not cast me away from Your presence,
And do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.
(based on Psalm 51:10,11)
The Holy Spirit teaches me all things.
He reminds me of all the things that Jesus has said.
( based on John 14:26)
I set my mind on things above
Not on the things of the earth.
( based on Colossians 3:2)
I ask God and receive from Him,
The spirit of wisdom and revelation, in the knowledge of God,
The eyes of my understanding to be enlightened so that
I may know the hope of His calling
( based on Ephesians 1:17, 18)
God has not given me a spirit of fear.
I deny the spirit of fear and anxiety any influence in my life in Jesus name.
The Lord’s presence abides in my life.
Through Jesus Christ, I have freedom, peace, and joy.
(based on 2 Timothy 1:7)
I have a spirit of power, of love, and of a sound mind from God.
My thoughts, words, and actions are expressions of God’s power and love.
(based on 2 Timothy 1:7)
I am led by the Spirit of God,
So I am one of the sons/daughters of God.
( based on Romans 8:14)
The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me.
The Lord has anointed me to preach the Gospel of good tidings to the meek, the poor, and the afflicted.
He has sent me to bind up and heal the brokenhearted.
I proclaim liberty to the captives in the name of Jesus Christ.
I proclaim the opening of the prison doors in Jesus name.
I declare the eyes of the blind to see.
I declare freedom to those who are bound.
(based on Isaiah 61:1)
The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me.
To give consolation and joy to those who mourn.
To give them an ornament of beauty instead of ashes,
To give the oil of joy instead of mourning,
To give the garment of praise instead of a heavy and burdened spirit.
So that the Lord God is glorified.
(based on Isaiah 61:2)
Jesus Christ sent the Holy Spirit for my advantage.
As Jesus wants me, I shall do the work of Jesus and even greater works to bring glory to God.
(based on John 16:7, John 14:12-17)
All these I prayerfully declare in the name above all names,
in the powerful and matchless name of Christ Jesus.
Amen.
Discipline to be followed for hosting the Holy Spirit
Have a daily discipline of making these declarations.
Strive for a lifestyle aligned with these declarations.
Within 6 weeks, you will start noticing differences in your life.
Then, share these with your loved ones and bless them.
Be a blessing to those around you.
Reference Passages
Passage on Jesus Christ Hosting the Holy Spirit
John gave further evidence, saying, I have seen the Spirit descending as a dove out of heaven, and it dwelt on Him [never to depart].
And I did not know Him nor recognize Him, but He Who sent me to baptize in (with) water said to me, Upon Him Whom you shall see the Spirit descend and remain, that One is He Who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.
And I have seen [that happen—I did see it], and my testimony is that this is the Son of God! (John 1:32-34)
Passage on Jesus Christ sending the Holy Spirit to us
Nevertheless, I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you. (John 1:32-34)
