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. ...
Evangelism is the heart of the Great Commission, where believers are called to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bring others to salvation. The Bible provides powerful scriptures that guide us in this mission, covering key areas such as the need for salvation, God’s love, faith, repentance, and the power of the Gospel. 1. The Great Commission – Our Mandate to Evangelize Jesus commanded His followers to spread the Gospel to all nations. This command is foundational to evangelism. ● Matthew 28:19-20 – " Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. ” Amen. ● Mark 16:15 – " And He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. ’" These verses emphasize that evangelism is not optional; it is ...