1, What is the primary purpose of God putting His Spirit upon selected individuals in the Old Testament?
To empower His selected Children to perform His work according to His Will (Psalm 90:17)
The Holy Spirit gave extraordinary powers to selected leaders. (Numbers 27:20)
The Holy Spirit guided the prophets and other selected people. (Ezekiel 36:27)
2.What effect does the Spirit seem to have upon their relationship with God?
Their relationship with God is enhanced and grows as they are obedient to the Holy Spirit's bidding
(Psalm 25:5)
The Holy Spirit inspired holiness and right living in believers. (Psalm 143:100)
The Holy Spirit fills Micah with power, justice and courage. (Micah 3:8)
The Holy Spirit gave divine strength to Jeremiah. (Jeremiah 1:18)