With all the different teachings about the work and manifestation of the Holy Spirit, Stott in this small volume contributes much towards beginning an understanding of the Scriptural view.
He correctly asserts that all life as a Christian is life in the Spirit. It begins at baptism, with water and Word of God and the gift of the Spirit and faith.
Holy Spirit does not want to draw attention to itself, but always to Christ our Savior. For there is forgiveness of sin in no other way. Spirit points not to individual gifts and manifestiation, but to edification of the body gathered under Word and Sacrament.
Carefully reflects that modern charismatic teaching of tongues does not reflect what NT teaches.
The Holy Spirit continues to be at work around the world, as numerous renewal movements attest. Yet much confusion and controversy remain regarding the Holy Spirit's activity. In this classic study, John Stott provides clear biblical exposition on the promise, the fruit and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. He offers particular guidance on the nature of "the baptism of the Spirit" and whether certain spiritual gifts and experiences should be normative for all Christians. Always irenic and gracious, Stott points the way to both greater biblical understanding and deeper fullness of spiritual life.