THE WORD OF KNOWLEDGE

1 Corinthians 12:8 – To another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit. Paul reminds us that the same Spirit, who gives the word of wisdom to one, gives the word of knowledge to another. Paul is addressing the public gathering of believers and the need for...

THE WORD OF WISDOM

1 Corinthians 12:8 – To one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit. It is important to understand from this verse of Scripture that Paul is addressing order in the public gathering. As the Spirit directs the meeting, a number of individuals may be chosen to be...

THE COMMON GOOD

1 Corinthians 12:7 – Each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. It is important to realize that Paul wrote to all the believers at Corinth and not just to a select few. As it relates to the gifts of the Spirit, many think a special few are...

THE VARIETY OF THE SPIRIT

1 Corinthians 12:4 – Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. The Holy Spirit chooses many ways to manifest His presence. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul discusses nine spiritual gifts that are manifestations of the Spirit. In verse 4, he lays the foundation...

THE FRUIT OF LOVE

Galatians 5:22 – But the fruit of the Spirit is love. Many today will be celebrating what is called Valentine’s Day, a day that has been set aside to remember those we love. The love of the world has deep roots in the natural and the sensuous dimensions of love. This...