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. ...
“ I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. ” – Philippians 3:14 (KJV) The saying “ the high calling of God in Christ Jesus ” expresses one of the deepest spiritual truths in the New Testament. It captures the essence of the Christian journey: a pursuit of God’s purpose, holiness, and eternal destiny through Jesus Christ. To understand this calling is to understand the goal of the Christian life — not just to be saved from sin, but to live in the fullness of God’s will and ultimately be united with Him in eternity. 1. What Is the High Calling? The “ high calling ” (or “ upward call, ” as some translations put it) refers to God’s divine invitation for believers to rise above earthly living and pursue a life rooted in Christ. It is high in origin — it comes from heaven. It is high in purpose — it is God’s own plan for our lives. And it is high in destiny — it ends with eternal life and fe...