Download or read book Questions and Answers on Spiritual Gifts written by Howard Carter and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The importance of the gifts of the Holy Spirit to the essential functioning of the Church of Jesus Christ cannot be over-estimated. Without them, the Church lacks the spiritual equipment so necessary for an aggressive conflict with the powers of darkness; she is also deprived of that edifying enrichment derived from the manifestation of...

Download or read book Spiritual Gifts and Their Operation written by Howard Carter and published by . This book was released on 1968-05 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dividing the gifts of the Spirit into three groups-revelation, inspiration, and power-Carter cites specific examples and uses captivation stories to reveal the meaning and practical use of spiritual gifts.

Download or read book Questions and Answers on the Gifts of the Spirit written by Chris Segun Onayinka and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-04-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As our tradition has always been to put out truths of God's word across the lanes of the things of, that pertain to the spirit, we bring to you another material that captures in a basic way, questions might be probing the minds of many, on the demonstrations of the gifts of the spirit. 1st Corinthians 12:1 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you ignorant. Paul instructs concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you ignorant. Such instructions should not go without being attended to. Just like today, Paul would ask the Corinthian church severally, "know ye not." It is also important to realise that in our world today, we have so many "know ye nots" to ask when it comes to the gifts of the spirit, either via their classifications, their workings, the instructions that follow them within the pages of Paul's letters and the entire body of scriptures. In this book we answer simple things like the indwelling of the spirit, Baptism of the Holy Ghost, the different classifications of the gifts and the things of the spirit, as received by great scholars and those who have gone ahead of us and laid a good foundation that we build upon today. These include men like Howard J. Carter, F. F. Bosworth, and most importantly Kenneth E. Hagin. Kenneth E. Hagin is known to have said that the things of the spirit will be lost to a generation except they are taught. This is our motivation in putting this material together. It will serve to help the Bible teacher, the Bible student, and of course, every church that is pursuing the gifts and the things of the spirit like Paul instructed in the following texts: 1st Corinthians 12:31 But covet earnestly the best gifts: and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way 1st Corinthians 14:1 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy... Vs 39 Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues. So therefore, take your writing materials, sit down, relax and have a great time as we study through questions and answers on the Gifts of the Spirit. We trust that this will overwhelm your mind and be a blessing to your world. I remain Multidimensionally Yours, Chris 'Segun Onayinka.

Download or read book What Are the Spiritual Gifts written by J. D. Myers and published by Redeeming Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let’s cut through all the nonsense about spiritual gifts. Here is a down-to-earth discussion about what the spiritual gifts are, how to discover your spiritual gifts, and how to use them in the real world. This book answers such questions as: -Why did God give spiritual gifts? -What are the spiritual gifts? -How can I know my spiritual gifts? -Are some spiritual gifts better than others? -What are the dangers of the spiritual gifts? -Have some spiritual gifts ceased? -What about the spiritual gift of tongues? -How can I embrace and use my spiritual gifts? This book also includes a 125-question Spiritual Gift Inventory test.

Download or read book Why We Need the Gifts of the Holy Spirit Study Guide written by Rick Renner and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2021-07-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why Do You Need the Gifts of the Spirit? Do you see the gifts of the Holy Spirit manifested in your church services? If not, where are they? Where did they go? Since God wants the gifts of the Spirit to operate in your church and in your life personally, how can you see them activated and become reality in front of your eyes? These are the important questions that Rick Renner answers in his ten-part series called Why We Need the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. In this series, Rick answers: Exactly what the gifts of the Spirit are. Are they really supposed to be active in every Christians life? Is it possible to have too many spiritual gifts? What to do if the gifts have become dormant in your life or your church. Exactly why we need these remarkable gifts! This easy-to-understand series is loaded with truth and will help you find the answers you need about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. By the time youre finished with this series, youll understand that God wants the gifts of the Holy Spirit to operate in the life of every believer and in every church!

Download or read book Are Miraculous Gifts for Today written by Zondervan, and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2011-10-11 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are Miraculous Gifts for Today? takes you to the heart of one of the most dividing questions in the Church today: how are the Holy Spirit’s miracles at work among God's people now? Is he still actively giving the gifts of tongues, prophecy, and healing that fill the book of Acts? Is he driving out demons when Christians command them to flee? Or are these events confined to the time of the early church and the apostles? This volume of the Counterpoints series provides an impartial format for comparing the four main positions on present-day miracles (including the history and distinctions between the three positions that affirm miraculous gifts) with voice also given to a large sector of open-but-cautious evangelicals: Cessationist: there are no miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit today. Pentecostal: gifts are intended for today, with certain nuances focused on baptism and speaking in tongues. Charismatic: gifts are intended for today and should be actively practiced. Third Wave: gifts are intended for today, with greater emphasis on baptism and less on tongues. This thought-provoking book will help Christians on every side of the miraculous gifts debate to better understand their own position and the positions of others. The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.

Download or read book Discover Your Spiritual Gifts written by C. Peter Wagner and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2012-05-14 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Which of God's gifts has your name on it? When you become a follower of Christ, you receive gifts from the Holy Spirit. How can you know for certain which gifts you have? And once you do know, how should you use your gifts to best serve God? Discover Your Spiritual Gifts gives you life-changing answers to these questions and more. In this trusted study, you will be introduced to the 28 biblical gifts, learn the definition and history of each one and examine biblical and modern-day examples of people who share those gifts. By using the included questionnaire, you will be able to identify your specific gifts and find ways to use them in a community of faith. This edition contains a new Bible study for personal reflection or for use in a small-group setting that will help you explore in greater detail each of the gifts that Dr. Wagner discusses.

Download or read book Engaging with the Holy Spirit written by Graham A. Cole and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2008-04-02 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite the growth of the charismatic movement and Pentecostal churches, people still have questions-and even troubling concerns-about the person and work of the Holy Spirit. These real questions are the burden of this book, which seeks to sequentially address from throughout Scripture six crucial questions that affect a person's relationship to the Spirit: What is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? How does a person resist him? Ought we to pray to the Spirit? How do we quench the Spirit? How do we grieve the Spirit? and How does he fill us? Each chapter is devoted to one question and challenges readers about their relationship with the Spirit and about Christian living in general. Readers are also given key elements for thinking theologically and implications for their belief and behavior. It's a brief, reader-friendly book full of solid, reassuring answers.

Download or read book Understanding Spiritual Gifts written by Kay Arthur and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2010-07-20 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Are Spiritual Gifts? The subject of spiritual gifts can seem complicated: Who has spiritual gifts--""spiritual people" or everybody? What are spiritual gifts anyway? Understanding Spiritual Gifts takes you straight to God's Word to discover answers from the Gift-Giver Himself. As you dig into Bible passages about God's design for each of us, you'll find out that spiritual gifts aren't complicated--but they are life-changing. Here you will uncover what spiritual gifts are, where they come from, who has them, how they are received, and how they work within the church. As you study, you will have a new vision for how you can use your God-given gifts to bring hope to your home, your church, and a hurting world. 40 Minutes a Week Could Change Your Life! The 40-Minute Bible Studies series from the teaching team at Precept Ministries International tackles the topics that matter to you. These inductive study guides, designed to be completed in just six 40-minute lessons with no homework required, help you discover for yourself what God says and how it applies to your life today. With the leader’s notes and Bible passages included right in the book, each self-contained study is a powerful resource for personal growth and small-group discussion.

Download or read book The Wonderful Spirit Filled Life written by Charles F. Stanley and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 1995-09-06 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life abundant?Jesus promised it and we long for it, yet few Christians seem to have it. Blending lively anecdotes, commentary, and teachings from the Bible, Dr. Charles Stanley introduces you to the Holy Spirit. "A big part of the Spirit-filled life is learning to recognize the fingerprint of the Holy Spirit. Once you know what to look for and once you begin looking for it, you will be amazed at how real the Holy Spirit will become to you. Learning to recognize the Holy Spirit is the first step in learning to live the Spirit-filled life."

Download or read book Understanding the Holy Spirit written by Raymond F. Culpepper and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gospel Principles written by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and published by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This book was released on 1997 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith.

Download or read book What s So Spiritual about Your Gifts written by Henry Blackaby and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2009-01-16 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Old Testament is our "kindergarten" for understanding the pattern of the Holy Spirit's gifting and work. That pattern is this: God gives an assignment to a person; then the Holy Spirit is given to equip him or her for the assignment. The proof of the Spirit's presence is that the person is able to complete the assignment effectively through the supernatural enabling of the Holy Spirit. Truly understood and embraced, the Holy Spirit's gifts allow the Church to be Christ-centered, to maintain unity and oneness of heart, and to practice genuine, powerful love. WHAT EXACTLY HAVE YOU BEEN GIVEN? Surprises are in store when we explore biblically what spiritual gifts really are, how they fit with our natural strengths and talents, and how they match our calling and assignments from God. This book will help restore the Holy Spirit to the center of your understanding and practice of spiritual gifts, and set you free to serve God as never before. Story Behind the Book The Old Testament is our "kindergarten" for understanding the pattern of the Holy Spirit’s gifting and work. That pattern is this: God gives an assignment to a person; then the Holy Spirit is given to equip him or her for the assignment. The proof of the Spirit’s presence is that the person is able to complete the assignment effectively through the supernatural enabling of the Holy Spirit. Truly understood and embraced, the Holy Spirit’s gifts allow the church to be Christ-centered, to maintain unity and oneness of heart, and to practice genuine, powerful love.

Download or read book Spiritual Gifts written by Rose Publishing and published by Rose Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2014-08-28 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-selling Spiritual Gifts Pamphlet explains the spiritual gifts in the Bible and includes a Spiritual Gifts Quiz to help people know their gifts. This Spiritual Gifts booklet explains each of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and what they mean. When you became a Christian, the Holy Spirit gave you spiritual gifts to build up fellow believers, both in your own church and worldwide. This pamphlet defines spiritual gifts, and describes the differences between the biblical gifts. The Spiritual Gifts Test helps you identify your spiritual gifts, and explains how to use your gifts to benefit others. Each gift of the Spirit is vital and none is more important than others. No matter what your giftedness is, you play an important role in strengthening the church. Did You Know? 63% of Christians Don't Know Their Spiritual GiftsA recent Barna study showed that nearly two-thirds of Christians don't know their spiritual gift(s), don't think they have a gift at all, or claim to have a gift that is not actually biblical. Most Christians know something about Spiritual Gifts, but many don't realize how important they are. Believers are given Spiritual Gifts to contribute to the growth of the church. Spiritual Gifts are important because Scripture says that the church needs all of the gifts working together to help build the Body of Christ. Every believer counts! This pamphlet includes a Spiritual Gifts Questionnaire to determine which gift(s) you might have. The Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to Christians to help build the life and ministry of the Church. Yet, a large number of Christians do not use or even recognize their spiritual gift. Rose Publishing's Spiritual Gifts pamphlet will help you learn how important Spiritual Gifts are and how to develop the gift(s) the Holy Spirit has given you. Topics in the Spiritual Gifts pamphlet include — • A self-test "Spiritual Gifts Questionnaire" to determine which gift or gifts you may have. • Description of each gift and how to develop it more as you minister to other believers. Use for • Individual study • Discipleship • Small Group or Sunday School class • Christian School • Homeschoolers • New Believers' class • Church library Study Questions for Personal Use or Small Groups: • Read pages 2-4: Based on page 2, what are the purposes of the gifts? These days many churches have paid staff; so why would the God give each believer a gift for the church? Why are these gifts important to all believers? • See page 3: Some gifts are very dramatic and visible and others are quiet and don't attract much attention. What is the main purpose of these gifts? Why do people need to be involved with other Christians, rather than becoming isolated? Scripture says we must appreciate each person's gift even if it is not very showy. How might you recognize the gifts that other believers have? • See page 4 and the 8 biblical ways that Holy Spirit works in our lives: The Holy Spirit is actively at work in the church with the purpose of glorifying Christ and helping the body of Christ (believers in the church) become more mature. Look at the list: Pick two ways the Holy Spirit acts and why they are important to the church. What would happen if these did not happen? How might you help carry out these priorities in your church? • Read all of page 5 and then go back to the first paragraph. If the Holy Spirit provides the life to the body, how do the members "keep it moving"? Later in the Spiritual Gifts pamphlet, each gift will be described, but based on these four lists of spiritual gifts from Scripture, why do you think such a wide variety of gifts is given to the church? Pick any two gifts and tell how (in your opinion) they fit into the Holy Spirit's priorities on page 4. • Read page 6-7: Christians in every type of church agree on what the spiritual gifts are, but not all Christians agree on precisely how and when they are to be used. Look at Paul's warning at the bottom of page 6 (taken from 2 Corinthians 12:12-26) about not being arrogant but showing concern for each member of the body (each person) so that the church isn't divided. How can we show concern and respect and avoid hard feelings today? • Read pages 8-10 describing each gift. Pick two gifts and read the Bible verses that go with it. Questions: How does this gift build up other believers? Give two examples of ways it ministers to the church. Is there a way this gift might be misused? • Answer the questions on the Spiritual Gifts Questionnaire on pages 11-13. Which gift(s) do you think you might have and why? How could you use this gift to minister to others in your church? Are there any ministries in your church you could help? Why Buy? • Easy to read. Explains the Bible visually. • Attractive. Full-color, packed with fascinating charts and illustrations. • Easy to understand. Uses concise and simple language. • Fast. This glossy attractive booklet can take less than 20 minutes to read. • Durable. Spiritual Gifts glossy coating helps it last. • Convenient. This pamphlet's small size makes it easy to carry inside of your Bible, folder, or binder. • Engaging. Spiritual Gifts offers fascinating facts and handy study tips that revitalize individual and group Bible studies. • Lightweight. Easier to mail than a book, enabling you to uplift and equip friends, family members, and missionaries anywhere in the world.

Download or read book Questions About the Holy Spirit written by S. Michael Houdmann and published by WestBowPress. This book was released on 2013-08-22 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every person in the world has felt the influence of the Holy Spirit at one time or another. For some, its the conviction of sin and righteousness and judgment (John 16:8). For others, its the comfort, guidance, and strength He gives. To some, the Spirit is as mysterious and unknowable as a night wind passing through the treetops. To others, He is as close and inviting as a friend across the table. But even those who know the Holy Spirit personally have questions about Him. As Oswald Chambers said, The Spirit is the first power we practically experience, but the last power we come to understand. Thats the reason for this book. What gifts does the Spirit give? How can I be filled with the Spirit? Will the Spirit ever leave me? Weve received all these questions and more since GotQuestions.org was founded in 2002. To find the answers, we opened the Bible, the one book inspired by the Holy Spirit Himself. In searching the Scriptures, we learn of the Spirits nature, His work, and His will. May the Holy Spirit use the questions and answers in this volume to increase your awareness of His presence, encourage your heart, and empower your faith.

Download or read book Understanding Spiritual Gifts written by Douglas E. Robertson and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Unfettered Spirit written by Robert D Cornwall and published by Energion Publications. This book was released on 2021-07-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2nd Expanded Edition All too frequently studies of the gifts of the Spirit consist largely of answering two questions: "What are the gifts?" and "Which ones do I have?" In many cases studies go on to a third question: "How can I get more?" In response, institutional churches and theologically and intellectually respectable Christians often tend to avoid the work of the Holy Spirit in the church entirely. It's much easier to simply close the doors and windows than it is to deal with the wind (John 3:8). After all, they've seen the wind blow out the candles, disarrange the altar vestments, and send a chill through the congregants. Author, pastor, and church historian Bob Cornwall has experienced all of this for himself. He has seen traditional churches and worship. He has seen Pentecostal worship. He has led congregations in difficult times. For more than 30 years, he has studied, practiced, prayed, and lived the work of the Holy Spirit in the church. The result is Unfettered Spirit: Spiritual Gifts for the New Great Awakening. Here he avoids both the errors of replacing the freedom of the Spirit with human whim and of trying to tame or confine the Spirit that will not be fettered. He asks: "Do you truly believe that God is present in the world? And, do you believe that God is working through us to break down the walls that divide us from God, from each other, and from the world? And if you do, do you believe that you have been gifted and empowered to participate in this ministry that takes down the walls of egoism, suspicion, greed, self-interest, and hatred?" If you can say "yes" to these questions, jump right in. This is the book for you. If you are hesitant, or if the idea of the Holy Spirit working unfettered in your congregation and community frightens you, read the first four chapters carefully as Bob lays the theological foundation. You may find your "maybe" or even your "no" turned into a "yes." Building on this foundation, Bob continues with five chapters on the gifts of the Spirit as described in Scripture. These are practical discussions that will let you keep your bearings in discussions of the Spirit and, more importantly, in a community where the Spirit is active. Finally, he concludes with a discussion of how to lead and pastor a church where the gifts of the Spirit are active. Whether you are a Pentecostal, an evangelical, a mainliner, a progressive, or any other label you might find for yourself or your church, you will profit from reading this book.