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. ...
Discerning whether a dream is from God requires wisdom, prayer, and biblical guidance. Throughout the Bible, God used dreams to communicate with people, such as Joseph (Genesis 37), Daniel (Daniel 2), and even non-believers like Pharaoh (Genesis 41). However, not every dream is from God—some arise from our subconscious, daily experiences, or even spiritual opposition. Here’s an approach to understanding if a dream is from God. 1. Does the Dream Align with Scripture? The most important test of a dream’s divine origin is whether it aligns with God’s Word. God will never contradict Himself, and any message He gives through a dream will be consistent with biblical truth. If a dream promotes sin, deception, fear, or anything contrary to God’s nature, it is not from Him. For example, in Matthew 1:20, an angel appeared to Joseph in a dream, confirming that Mary’s pregnancy was from the Holy Spirit. This dream aligned with God’s pla...