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. ...
Understanding Joel 3:10 – "Let the Weak Say, I Am Strong" The saying “ Let the weak say, I am strong ” comes from Joel 3:10 (KJV): " Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruninghooks into spears: let the weak say, I am strong. " This verse is part of a prophecy where God calls the nations to prepare for a great battle. The book of Joel primarily focuses on God’s judgment and restoration. In chapter 3, God speaks about gathering the nations for judgment in the Valley of Jehoshaphat. The call to turn farming tools into weapons signifies an impending war. When God says, " Let the weak say, I am strong, " it is an encouragement for those who feel powerless to rise with courage. Though weak in the natural sense, they are being strengthened by God’s purpose. This is a reversal of Isaiah 2:4 and Micah 4:3, where the prophecy describes the opposite—turning swords into plowshares—signifying peace. But here in Joel, the c...