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. ...
A Witch’s Worst Enemy: The Power of God in the Bible In the biblical worldview, witchcraft is not merely folklore or fantasy—it represents a spiritual rebellion against God. The Bible consistently condemns all forms of sorcery, divination, and magic as abominations that lead people away from the truth of God's Word. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture makes clear that a witch’s worst enemy is the living God, His truth, His Son Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit. 1. God's Absolute Authority The Bible emphasizes that God alone holds the ultimate power over creation, the spiritual realm, and human destiny. Any attempt to manipulate or bypass God's authority through occult practices is seen as both rebellion and deception. In Deuteronomy 18:10-12, God explicitly warns Israel not to engage in sorcery, divination, or witchcraft, stating: " Let no one be found among you who... practices divination or sorcery, interprets...