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. ...
What Is the Sin Against the Holy Spirit? The sin against the Holy Spirit, often referred to as blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, is mentioned in the Gospels as a sin that will not be forgiven. This concept has puzzled many believers and theologians throughout history, especially because it seems to contradict the Bible’s broader message of God's infinite mercy and forgiveness. Jesus speaks of this sin in Matthew 12:31-32, Mark 3:28-30, and Luke 12:10. In Matthew 12:31-32, Jesus says: " And so I tell you, every kind of sin and slander can be forgiven, but blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come. " This is a sobering statement, and to understand it properly, we must look at the context in which Jesus said it. In Matthew 12, Jesus had just heal...