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. ...
Stealing is more than just taking someone else's possessions without permission. In the Bible, stealing is portrayed as a violation of God’s law and a sin against others and the Lord Himself. The commandment “ You shall not steal ” (Exodus 20:15) speaks to more than just robbery; it encompasses many dishonest acts that hurt individuals and disrupt society. Below are several types of stealing identified in Scripture, showing the seriousness and broad nature of this sin. 1. Stealing Physical Property The most straightforward form of theft is taking something tangible that belongs to someone else—money, goods, livestock, or other possessions. Biblical Example : In Exodus 22:1, God gave specific laws about stealing livestock and how restitution should be made. Scripture : “ If a man steals an ox or a sheep and slaughters it or sells it, he must repay five cattle for the ox and four sheep for the sheep. ” (Exodus 22:1) 2. Stealing by Fraud or Decepti...