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 Scripture, sacrifice on the altar is a recurring theme that demonstrates deep spiritual truths. Sacrifices are not just physical offerings—they represent obedience, surrender, worship, covenant, and access to divine intervention. The altar is the place of meeting between God and man, and the sacrifice placed on it often determined the outcome of that encounter. In this teaching, we will know the power of sacrifice on the altar, using biblical examples, key scriptures, and spiritual lessons. 1. What Is a Sacrifice? A sacrifice is the act of offering something valuable to God. In biblical terms, sacrifices were often animals, grains, or incense offered on an altar as a symbol of repentance, thanksgiving, or covenant. Hebrews 9:22 (KJV): " And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission. " ...