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| Definition of Spiritual Gift |
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| Spiritual gifts are a special ATTRIBUTE / GIFT given by God's SPIRIT to EVERY member of the body according to God's GRACE for use within the context of the body for the building of the BODY and ministry to the WORLD |
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| Share with non-Christians the way a person becomes a Christian and to create in those people a desire to become a Christian. |
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| Provide direction and goals to a group, and bring together resources and people that work together to accomplish those goals. |
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| Feel the hurt of others and genuinely express sympathy and provide comfort for those people. |
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| Steer God's people into effective channels of service by understanding the resources needed to accomplish goals and plans. |
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| Proclaim the Word of God boldly and with confidence. |
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| Give possessions and finances above a tithe to God's work with a cheerful and willing spirit. |
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| Communicate Biblical truths in a manner through which others can learn and understand these Biblical truths. |
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| Guide, protect, nurture, and feed a group of believers into growing spiritually. |
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| Exhortation / Encouragement |
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| Encourage and console the distressed and provide positive and practical steps for others to follow. |
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| Believe God's promises and act with unwavering confidence in carrying out His will. |
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| Identify, assist, and support ministries within the Body thereby allowing those ministries to effectively accomplish their desired results. |
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| Help other members be more effective in using their Gift(s) within the Body. |
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| Understand and discern Biblical truths and apply these truths. |
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| Acquire deep insights into God's Word and bring illumination of these insights that cannot be explained through human reason. |
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| Cheerfully provide an open house to those in need of food and lodging. |
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| Know with confidence if individuals, teachings, or motives are from God. |
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