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. ...
In the Bible, darkness is often used as a metaphor for evil, ignorance, sin, and spiritual blindness. The " power of darkness " represents the forces that oppose God’s light, truth, and righteousness. It is a spiritual dominion ruled by Satan and his demonic hosts, seeking to blind, oppress, and destroy humanity. While darkness has a measure of influence, Scripture consistently reveals that God’s light ultimately triumphs. In this teaching, we will know the biblical meaning of the power of darkness, how it operates, its manifestations, and how believers can overcome it through Christ. 1. Definition of Darkness in Scripture In the Bible, darkness symbolizes: ● Sin and iniquity (John 3:19) ● Ignorance of God (Ephesians 4:18) ● Satan’s kingdom (Colossians 1:13) ● Judgment and separation from God (Matthew 25:30) Example: “ And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into t...