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. ...
Idol worship is one of the most condemned sins in the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, God makes it clear that worshiping other gods or creating images to represent Him is an act of rebellion that provokes His wrath and brings severe consequences. 1. Violation of God’s Command The very first commandments given to Israel address idol worship. In Exodus 20:3-5, God says: “ You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself a carved image... You shall not bow down to them nor serve them. ” This establishes that idol worship is not just a minor offense—it is a foundational breach of God’s covenant. God identifies Himself as a jealous God, indicating the seriousness of spiritual unfaithfulness. 2. Severe Physical Punishment In the Old Testament, idol worship carried harsh penalties, often including death. Deuteronomy 13:6-10 commands that even if a clos...