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1 | Difference between talents and gifts? | 1 Corinthians | Makarios | 7872 | ||
What is the difference between natural talents and spiritual gifts? | ||||||
2 | Difference between talents and gifts? | 1 Corinthians | Gail60 | 7873 | ||
Spiritual gifts are supernatural given by God to saved individuals for the edifying of the church and to help the church fulfill it's purpose. Talents are physical, often inherited, such as singing, painting, playing an instrument, acting, etc... They can and should be used by Christians to glorify God, but unlike spiritual gifts, unsaved people possess talents as well as Christians. |
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3 | Difference between talents and gifts? | 1 Corinthians | Makarios | 7886 | ||
Thanks Gail60! As you have pointed out, natural talents are from God but are transmitted through parents; spiritual gifts come directly from God (1 Cor. 12:4; Rom. 12:3,6). Natural talents are possessed from birth; spiritual gifts are recieved when one becomes a Christian. Natural talents are generally used to benefit human beings on the natural level, whereas spiritual gifts bring spiritual blessing to people (1 Cor. 12:11; Eph. 4:11-13). There are similarities as well! Both talents and spiritual gifts must be developed and exercised. Otherwise, one will not become proficient in their use. As well, both natural talents and spiritual gifts can be used for God's glory. For example, a Christian might have the spiritual gift of teaching. He might also have the natural talent of being able to play the guitar. It is feasible that this person could exercise his spiritual gift of teaching by writing and performing songs that teach about God. Blessings! -Nolan |
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4 | Difference between talents and gifts? | 1 Corinthians | Gail60 | 7916 | ||
You seem to already have a good handle on the topic of talents and gifts. I'm just a little curious as to why you asked the question in the first place. Are you testing us or just looking for conversation? Love in Christ, Gail |
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5 | Difference between talents and gifts? | 1 Corinthians | Makarios | 7917 | ||
Good question! In all sincerity, I had already answered this question in my own mind, but I wanted to see what other people thought; I wanted to know how other people thought about talents vs. gifts.. I know that I have many resources here at my home, but sometimes that is a poor substitute to having an authentic answer from a human being who may shed more light on a subject from experience, past observation, or whatever. I appreciate your answer, Gail! And I am curious to know what other people think as far as differences or similarities when it comes to spiritual gifts and natural talents. Probably the best that I could do here is to provide more of an 'academic' answer rather than one based upon experience. In no way am I ever trying to 'test' anyone, since this would place me in an 'exalted' position. I have no right or place on this Forum to do so, and if I ever ask a question, then it is to seek knowledge or to seek the spiritual impact of a verse, topic, etc. I am a student of the Bible with many questions.. :) Thanks Gail! Love in Christ, Nolan |
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