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. ...
Dreams hold a significant place in the Bible as a medium through which God communicates His will, gives direction, reveals the future, and warns His people. From Genesis to Revelation, dreams serve as divine tools that play key roles in decision-making, prophecy, and spiritual insight. 1. Dreams as a Channel of Divine Communication God often used dreams to communicate with individuals directly. In the Old Testament, He spoke through dreams to prophets, kings, and ordinary people alike. This method was especially common before the full revelation of Scripture. “ For God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed. ” Job 33:14–15 (KJV) Example: ● Abraham: God confirmed His covenant with Abraham in a dream (Genesis 15:12-21). ● Jacob: He saw a ladder reaching to heaven in a dream, symbolizing the conne...