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. ...
The Second Coming of Jesus Christ: A Biblical Perspective The Second Coming of Jesus Christ is a central doctrine in the Christian faith, signifying the future return of Christ to earth in glory and power. Unlike His first coming, when He arrived in humility as a baby in Bethlehem, His second coming will be a majestic and triumphant event, visible to all. This event is prophesied in both the Old and New Testaments and is eagerly awaited by believers around the world. Biblical Foundations One of the clearest declarations of the Second Coming is found in Matthew 24:30 (KJV): “ And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. ” This verse speaks of a visible and global event. It emphasizes that Jesus will not return secretly but in a way that the entire world will witness. ...