Peace, Purpose, & Personal Growth> Spiritual Gifts
Peace
"And He came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near; for through Him we both have our access in one Spirit to the Father."
-Paul in Ephesians 2:17-18
"Motivational" Gifts
Romans 12:6-8
- prophecy
- service
- teaches
- exhortation
- giving
- leadership
- mercy
Purpose
"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
-Paul in I Thessalonians 5:16-18
"Manifestation of" Spiritual Gifts
Manifestation of Spiritual Gifts
I Corinthians 12:7-10 (ch 13 on love; ch 14 on prophecy)
- word of wisdom
- word of knowledge
- faith
- gifts of healing
- effecting of miracles
- prophecy
- distinguishing of spirits
- various kinds of tongues
- interpretation of tongues
SPIRIT WORKS all; distributes each individually as He wills.
Personal Growth
"Therefore, since we receive a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe: for our God is a consuming fire."
-Paul in Hebrews 12:28-29
"Ministry" Gifts
Ephesians 4:11
- apostles
- prophets
- evangelists
- pastors
- teachers