The Holy Spirit is not merely a mystical presence but the very breath, wisdom, and power of God working in and through believers. Isaiah 11:2 offers one of the clearest biblical outlines of the Holy Spirit's attributes, describing seven distinct manifestations—often called the seven powers or spirits of the Holy Spirit. These powers were fully embodied in Jesus Christ and are given to believers to live godly and victorious lives. Isaiah 11:2 (KJV) " And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord. " Let’s look at each power in detail: 1. The Spirit of the Lord This is the foundational presence of the Holy Spirit—the sovereign power of God that rests upon a person for divine assignment. It represents God’s anointing, approval, and presence. ...
Missions and evangelism are central themes in the Bible, reflecting God's desire for all people to know Him. The Great Commission, the call to preach the gospel, and the lifestyle of evangelism are emphasized throughout Scripture. This teaching will explore key Bible verses about missions and evangelism in detail. 1. The Great Commission: God's Command to Go One of the most well-known passages about missions is Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV): " Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. " This passage is known as the Great Commission, where Jesus instructs His followers to take the gospel to all nations. The command to " go " means that evangelism is not passive but requires intentional action. It involves making disciples, baptizi...