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. ...
Covetousness, or an intense desire for what belongs to another, is a recurring theme in the Bible. It’s more than just wanting something—it’s a longing that leads to discontentment, dishonesty, and even destruction. Scripture warns us repeatedly against it, calling us instead to contentment and trust in God. Let’s explore some powerful biblical examples of covetousness and the consequences that followed. 1. Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:1–6) The very first sin committed in the Bible involved covetousness. God had commanded Adam and Eve not to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. But when the serpent deceived Eve, she saw that the tree was " pleasant to the eyes " and " desired to make one wise " (Genesis 3:6). She and Adam both ate the fruit, coveting what God had forbidden—divine knowledge and power. Result : Their disobedience brought sin and death into the world. They were banished from Eden, and humanity was separated from God. 2. ...