The Sanctifying Work of the Holy Spirit: Revisiting Alston’s Interpersonal Model

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https://doi.org/10.12978/jat.2018-6.181913151407a

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Of the various loci of systematic theology that call for sustained philosophical investigation, the doctrine of sanctification stands out as a prime candidate.  In response to that call, William Alston developed three models of the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit: the fiat model, the interpersonal model, and the sharing model.  In response to Alston’s argument for the sharing model, this paper offers grounds for a reconsideration of the interpersonal model.  We close with a discussion of some of the implications of one’s understanding of the transforming work of the Holy Spirit for practical Christian spirituality.

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Steven L Porter, Biola University

Professor of Theology and Philosophy, Biola University

Brandon Rickabaugh, Department of Philosophy,Baylor University

Doctoral Student, Department of Philosophy

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2018-07-19

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