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. ...
The Bible makes it clear that choosing to reject God or remain indifferent toward Him comes with serious consequences. The world often promotes self-reliance, human wisdom, and pleasure-seeking as the paths to success and happiness. However, the Bible warns that a life apart from God is full of danger, both in this life and eternity. Below are some of the major dangers of not being on the Lord’s side, supported by biblical insights. 1. Eternal Separation from God One of the greatest dangers of rejecting God is eternal separation from Him. The Bible teaches that heaven is a place of joy, peace, and the presence of God, while hell is a place of sorrow and separation from God’s love. ● Matthew 25:41 – " Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels .’" ● 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9 – " He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel ...