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NASB | 1 Corinthians 12:1 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 12:1 Now about the spiritual gifts [the special endowments given by the Holy Spirit], brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. |
Bible Question: What are gifts of the Holy spirit |
Bible Answer: Greetings Lynton! I want to also encourage you to think about a few things as you look into the gifts of the Spirit. Note that it is God who gives them to man! Note the purpose of the gifts! Note the importance of God's people serving Him and His church with the gift they have been given! Also, you will more then likely find that this is one area that most Christians seem to struggle with in regards to understanding and knowing the gift they have been given. I would argue the reason is because of their relationship with God. It is absolutely essential that you have a close relationship with God in order to better understand and know Him. I have found that many seem to seek answers from God through prayer only. As if He will show them the future (i.e. His will for their life). Don't get me wrong, prayer is an essential part of our relationship with God and in seeking His will. But what seems apparent to me is that many fail to see that much of His will has already been revealed to us through His word. My question to many is why do they think God is going to reveal the future to them when they are not even obedient and doing that which He has already revealed to them through His word? It seems to be this way with the local churches also. Just my opinion and of course this does not apply to all Christians and churches. I by no means know them all but from what I have seen and heard, it seems to apply to many! God bless, Steve |