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. ...
False teaching has been a problem in the church since biblical times. The Bible warns repeatedly against false teachers who distort the truth for personal gain, lead believers astray, and cause divisions. The consequences of false teaching are severe, affecting individuals, the church, and even society. Below are six major effects of false teaching, supported by Scripture. 1. Spiritual Deception False teaching leads to deception, causing believers to stray from the true gospel. Jesus warned about this in Matthew 24:24: " For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. " Deception is dangerous because those who are deceived often do not realize they are being misled. False teachers distort God's Word, twisting it to suit their own agendas. This deception can take many forms, such as prosperity gospel teachings that emphasize wealth over holiness or doctrines that under...