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. ...
The phrase "I am that I am" is a statement of self-existence and self-sufficiency, often interpreted as a profound declaration of being. It originates from the Bible, specifically in Exodus 3:14, where God responds to Moses' question about His name. In Hebrew, the phrase is " Ehyeh Asher Ehyeh ", which can also be translated as: ● "I will be what I will be" ● "I am who I am" ● "I am that which I am" Key Interpretations: 1. Self-Existence : The phrase implies that God exists independently and does not rely on anything else for His being. 2. Eternal Nature : It signifies God's eternal and unchanging nature, emphasizing that He is not bound by time or space. 3. Mystery of God : Some see it as an intentional vagueness, highlighting that God's essence is beyond full human comprehension. 4. Identity and Assurance : It assures Moses that God is who He declares Himself to be—unchanging, reliable, and sovereign. In a broade...