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. ...
Breaking Family Altars: A Biblical and Spiritual Approach Family altars represent patterns, covenants, or spiritual influences inherited from previous generations. These can be godly altars (practices that honor God) or ungodly altars (idolatry, generational curses, or demonic strongholds). When an altar is ungodly, it must be destroyed so that God's presence can take precedence in the family. This guide explores the biblical foundation of breaking family altars, how they affect families, and how believers can take spiritual action to break these altars through prayer, deliverance, and obedience to God's Word. 1. Understanding Family Altars A family altar is a place of sacrifice, worship, or dedication to spiritual forces, whether divine or demonic. These altars can be physical (e.g., ancestral shrines) or spiritual (e.g., inherited patterns, beliefs, and curses). Biblical Examples of Family Altars 1. Abraham’s Altar ...