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. ...
“ Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours .” – Mark 11:24 (NIV) Prayer is the lifeline between the believer and God. It is where faith meets intimacy, and where hope finds its anchor. But what happens after we pray? When does the prayer that we whispered in the quiet place begin to take shape in the visible world? When does prayer become reality? The Bible is filled with stories of people who prayed and saw miraculous results. Yet many of us wrestle with the in-between — the time between saying the prayer and seeing the answer. Understanding when prayer becomes reality is not only about timing; it’s about faith, alignment with God’s will, and trusting His sovereign process. 1. Prayer Becomes Reality When It Aligns with God's Will “ This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. ” – 1 John 5:14 ...