Collective Church Kinston: Spiritual Gifts

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Biblically, spiritual gifts are abilities given by the Holy Spirit to believers for the purpose of building up the church and glorifying God. They are not earned through maturity or effort but are freely given according to God’s grace and wisdom (1 Corinthians 12:4–7). Every follower of Jesus receives at least one spiritual gift, meaning all believers have a role in God’s work and no one is unnecessary in the body of Christ.Scripture teaches that spiritual gifts come from the same Spirit but are expressed in different ways. Commonly listed gifts include teaching, prophecy, serving, encouragement, giving, leadership, mercy, wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, and tongues (Romans 12:6–8; 1 Corinthians 12:8–10, 28). These gifts are diverse yet unified in purpose: to strengthen the church and help believers grow in faith and love.Spiritual gifts are meant to be exercised in humility and love. The Bible emphasizes that gifts without love lose their value and miss God’s intent (1 Corinthians 13). They are not given for personal recognition or spiritual status but for serving others and advancing the mission of Jesus. When used properly, spiritual gifts bring unity, maturity, and effectiveness to the church (Ephesians 4:11–13). Ultimately, spiritual gifts reflect God’s grace at work in His people. They point beyond the individual to Christ, who is the giver and model of perfect service. As believers discover and faithfully use their gifts, the church becomes a clearer picture of Jesus to the world and a stronger witness to the power of the gospel.