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. ...
Spiritual sleep refers to a state in which a person, though physically alive, is spiritually unaware, inactive, or indifferent to the things of God. Just as physical sleep disconnects a person from the external world, spiritual sleep disconnects a believer from divine reality, making them vulnerable to sin, deception, and the enemy’s attacks. Romans 13:11 (KJV) says: “ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. ” This call to awaken implies that spiritual sleep is dangerous, especially in a time where spiritual alertness is crucial. Below are key signs of spiritual sleep according to the Bible, with explanations and scriptures. 1. Lack of Spiritual Discernment When a person is spiritually asleep, they lose the ability to discern good from evil, truth from err...