Holy Spirit - in the book of Matthew

Here's a list of the verses from the book of Matthew where the Holy Spirit is specifically mentioned:

1. Matthew 1:18 - "Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost."
2. Matthew 1:20 - "But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost."
3. Matthew 3:11 - "I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:"
4. Matthew 3:16 - "And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him:"
5. Matthew 4:1 - "Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil."
6. Matthew 10:20 - "For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you."
7. Matthew 12:18 - "Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles."
8. Matthew 12:28 - "But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you."
9. Matthew 12:32 - "And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come."
10. Matthew 22:43 - "He saith unto them, How then doth David in spirit call him Lord, saying,"
11. Matthew 28:19 - "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:" Prayer :

    Heavenly Father,

    We come before You in awe of Your Holy Spirit, the giver of life, the comforter, and our guide. As we reflect upon the words of Matthew, we are reminded of the profound role Your Spirit has played from the very beginning.

    Lord, we thank You for the Holy Spirit's work in the conception of Jesus Christ, a mystery that demonstrates Your power and grace. We are grateful for the assurance given to Joseph in a dream, revealing that the child Mary carried was of the Holy Spirit, setting into motion the salvation story that would change the world.

    We praise You for the promise made by John the Baptist, that while he baptized with water, the One coming after him would baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire. We yearn for such a baptism, to be immersed not only in water but in the spirit and power of Your presence.

    Thank You, Father, for the moment when Jesus was baptized and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him like a dove, signifying Your pleasure in Him and empowering Him for His ministry on earth. Let us also seek the Spirit's anointing in our lives, that we might serve You with power and love.

    We remember how Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, was led into the wilderness. In His solitude and testing, Your Spirit sustained Him. Teach us to rely on Your Spirit in our moments of trial and temptation, knowing that Your strength is perfect when our strength is gone.

    Lord, we acknowledge that it is not by our might nor by power, but by Your Spirit that Your purposes are accomplished. As Jesus cast out demons by Your Spirit and demonstrated the coming of Your kingdom, help us to walk in that authority and freedom.

    We are sobered by Jesus' warning about the unforgivable sin against the Holy Spirit. Help us to approach You with reverence, to honor Your Spirit's work in our lives, and to never take for granted the grace that You have extended to us.

    As we go forth to make disciples of all nations, we do so in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. May Your Spirit teach us and remind us of all that Jesus taught. May Your love and peace be with us, guiding every step we take and every word we speak.

    In the blessed name of Jesus, who with You and the Holy Spirit reigns supremely forever, Amen.