Lessons from Paul | Spiritual Gifts

1 Corinthians: Lessons from Paul on Spiritual Gifts

Author: Wendy Goubej

Summary: Listen in as Paul teaches the Corinthian Church about spiritual gifts.

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The concept of spiritual gifts is shrouded in mystery. For many, spiritual gifts are one of the most fundamental parts of their faith. The charismatic movement, for example, makes the gift of tongues one of the most important signs of salvation and a relationship with Christ. Many say that if you do not speak in tongues, your relationship with Christ isn't fully established.

Spiritual gifts are listed by Paul several times in Scripture, and we will focus on unpacking his writings to the Church in Corinth (1 Corinthians 12-14). Although Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians was written 2000 years ago, it is full of relevant lessons for today’s Church. Here we learn important information about the Holy Spirit, the gifts He gives us, and how we are to use them.

Understanding 1 Corinthians

Synopsis: Understanding the context of Paul's letter to the Corinthians will help us get a better grasp on its content.

Pagan Practices

Synopsis: The Corinthian Church was dealing with several issues in doctrine and practice, and it is in this context that Paul writes his letter.

1 Corinthians 12: Spiritual Gifts

Synopsis: Paul writes about the nature and use of spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 12.

What are Spiritual Gifts?

Synopsis: What does the term "spiritual gifts" actually mean? And what is God's purpose for giving His people spiritual gifts?

Defining the Spiritual Gifts

Synopsis: Learn the definitions and purposes of the spiritual gifts listed by Paul in his letters.

A Lesson in Love

Synopsis: The whole reason the Holy Spirit gives gifts is for them to be used in love to bless Him and others.

Dealing with Tongues

Synopsis: In chapter 14 of 1 Corinthians, Paul goes into depth about the gift of tongues.

Topics: The Organization of 1 Corinthians 14 Part 1
The Organization of 1 Corinthians 14 Part 2
The Organization of 1 Corinthians 14 Part 3

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