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. ...
Life can feel overwhelming when storms hit—when doors close, when people betray you when prayers seem unanswered. In such moments, it’s easy to question, “ Where is God in all this? ” But the truth remains: God is in control of your situation. 1. God’s Sovereignty Is Unchanging God is not caught off guard by your struggles. He is never surprised or powerless. Scripture tells us in Psalm 103:19, “ The Lord has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all .” That means everything that touches your life first passes through His loving and sovereign hands. Note, that he can never change because of your struggle, rather when it is His time to prove Himself, He proves to be sovereign over your struggle. Even when we don’t understand the “ why ,” we can trust the “ Who .” God’s plans are bigger than our perspective. What seems like a setback may be a setup for something gre...