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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. |
Subject: Am I ignorant |
Bible Note: Greetings Jeff, Since you mentioned Pentecost and I have studied Acts a few times I believe the gift of tongues was actually different languages the people who came from different cities, or regions spoke. There was a purpose behind it and that was so they could hear the message in their language. The speakers didn't know their language but were granted this gift so those who heard could hear the gospel and take it back to their regions. I have known of one missionary of modern times who said the same thing happened to her. She began speaking in the language of the people who were there and she didn't know the language. What was interesting was that it never happened to her again. So we thought that in this instance there was a need (for the people to hear the gospel) and God supplied the gift but it was temporary just for that particular event. As to the gift of healing, I have heard a respected bible teacher say that they believe that the person who is sick is given an impression from God that they will be healed. They in turn follow the scripture that says to call for the elders of the church to I believe it says lay hands on and pray for them to be healed. So God initiates this healing not man. Your sister in Christ - Val |