The Holy Spirit: A Distinct, Divine Being The dictionary defines a “person” as: “a being characterized by conscious apprehension, rationality, and moral sense.” Certainly, the Holy Spirit has the identifying marks of a distinct personal being. Jesus referred to the Holy Spirit as “He” (John 14:26; 16:13). He possesses ‘will’ or desire (1 Corinthians 12:8-11). […]