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 is a symbolic expression used in Scripture to describe a state of spiritual dullness, complacency, and insensitivity to the voice and presence of God. It’s not physical sleep but a slumber of the heart and soul, leading believers into dangerous passivity in their walk with God. The Bible frequently warns against falling into this condition. Romans 13:11 says: “ It is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. ” What Is Spiritual Sleep? Spiritual sleep is when a person becomes disengaged from spiritual realities. They may go to church, pray occasionally, or read the Bible superficially, yet their spirit is unresponsive to God's movements and convictions. They coast through life unaware of the times and seasons. Biblical Examples of Spiritual Sleep 1. Samson (Judges 16:19–20) Samson slept on D...