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. ...
Here are notable examples of hypocrisy in the Bible, showing how individuals or groups claimed to follow God outwardly but contradicted His will inwardly. These examples offer powerful lessons for believers today. 1. The Pharisees and Scribes Matthew 23:27-28 (NIV) " Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs... " The Pharisees were outwardly religious but inwardly corrupt. Jesus rebuked them for pretending to be holy while neglecting justice, mercy, and faithfulness. They emphasized rules and rituals but failed to love God or their neighbor. 2. Ananias and Sapphira Acts 5:1-10 They sold a piece of property, kept part of the money, but claimed to give all. This couple pretended to be generous but lied about how much they gave to the church. Their deceit cost them their lives. Lying...