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 Prize of the High Calling of God Philippians 3:14 – " I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. " The Christian journey is often described as a race, and the Apostle Paul beautifully captures this in his letter to the Philippians. He speaks of striving forward, not aimlessly, but with a clear goal in mind—the " prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. " But what exactly is this prize, and how can believers pursue it? Understanding the High Calling The “ high calling of God ” refers to the divine invitation extended to every believer to follow Jesus Christ. It is not a worldly or ordinary calling; it is a heavenly, holy, and eternal calling. God calls us out of darkness and into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9). It is a call to salvation, sanctification, and ultimately glorification. This calling sets us apart for God’s purpose, and it comes with the pro...