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. ...
Soul winning is the process of leading people to salvation in Christ. It is a core mission of Christianity, as commanded by Jesus in Matthew 28:19-20, where He instructs His followers to make disciples of all nations. The Bible presents different methods of evangelism, demonstrating that there are multiple ways to share the gospel effectively. 1. Personal Evangelism This involves one-on-one sharing of the gospel. Many biblical examples show how individual encounters can lead to salvation. ● Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8:26-40) : Philip explained the Scriptures to the Ethiopian official, leading him to Christ and baptism. ● Jesus and the Samaritan woman (John 4:1-26) : Jesus engaged the woman at the well in conversation, revealing spiritual truths that led her to believe in Him and share the gospel with others. Personal evangelism is powerful because it allows for direct engagement, answering questions, and addressi...