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. ...
In the Bible, the term “ flesh ” carries profound spiritual meaning and is used in various contexts—literal, symbolic, and theological. Understanding its spiritual meaning helps believers grasp the tension between the natural and the spiritual life, as well as the human struggle with sin. 1. Literal Meaning of Flesh in the Bible In its most basic sense, flesh refers to the physical body or human tissue. Genesis 2:21 (KJV) – “ And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof. ” Here, flesh simply means the physical part of the body. 2. Flesh as Human Nature (Weak and Mortal) The Bible also uses flesh to describe human frailty and mortality. Psalm 78:39 (KJV) – “ For he remembered that they were but flesh; a wind that passeth away, and cometh not aga...