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 describes “ living in the flesh ” as following the sinful nature, being controlled by desires that oppose the Spirit of God. This way of life is often characterized by rebellion, self-centeredness, and disobedience to God’s commandments. Throughout Scripture, there are numerous examples of individuals who chose to walk in the flesh, and their actions led to severe consequences. These examples serve as biblical illustrations of what it means to live in opposition to the Spirit. 1. Cain (Genesis 4:3–8) Cain is one of the earliest examples of living in the flesh. When both he and his brother Abel brought offerings to God, Abel’s was accepted while Cain’s was not. Rather than humbling himself, Cain allowed jealousy and anger to rule over him. God warned Cain that sin was crouching at his door, desiring to have him, but Cain did not resist it. He gave in to the desires of the flesh and murdered his brother Abel. Hi...