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. ...
Sin Hardens the Heart – A Warning to Stay Tender Before God “ But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called ‘Today,’ so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. ” – Hebrews 3:13 (NIV) The heart is the seat of our emotions, decisions, and spiritual sensitivity. In Scripture, God repeatedly calls us to guard our hearts, keep them pure, and remain sensitive to His leading. But sin—especially when tolerated or justified—has a dangerous ability to dull the conscience, sear the soul, and harden the heart. A hardened heart is not just indifferent; it resists conviction, ignores correction, and drifts from the truth. What Does It Mean for the Heart to Be Hardened? A hardened heart is one that has grown insensitive to the voice of God. It stops feeling sorrow over sin and becomes comfortable in rebellion. This isn’t something that happens overnight; it’s a gradual process caused by repeated disobedience, refusal to...