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 battle between good and evil is not just a theme for movies or novels—it is a reality of the Christian life. Every day, believers face a spiritual war against the devil and his works. But the good news is that Jesus Christ came specifically to destroy the works of the devil, and through Him, we too have the authority and power to walk in victory. Understanding the Works of the Devil The Bible reveals that the devil, also known as Satan, is a real spiritual being whose mission is to oppose God and destroy humanity. Jesus summarized his nature in John 10:10: " The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. " From this, we see that the works of the devil include: 1. Sin and Rebellion From the beginning, Satan incited rebellion against God. He deceived Eve and led Adam into s...