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 Bible repeatedly warns about false doctrine and false teachers who deceive people and lead them away from the truth. Scripture provides clear signs of false teachings that believers should be aware of. Below are some key biblical indicators of false doctrine. 1. Distortion of the Gospel of Christ The true gospel is centered on Jesus Christ—His life, death, and resurrection. False doctrine often distorts this message by adding or subtracting from it. Galatians 1:8-9 – “ But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed .” Some false teachings claim that additional revelations, traditions, or works are necessary for salvation. 2. Denial of Jesus Christ as the Son of God A fundamental sign of false doctrine is a denial of Jesus' divinity and His role as the Son of God. 1 John 4:1-3 – “ Every spirit that confesses that Jesus C...