Once again, we will be looking at the gifts of the Spirit. But rather than get into what each one of these gifts is and how they work, I want to address the question that many people have about the gifts of the Spirit in general. As we journey through the epistle of First Corinthians, we will encounter more about how these gifts function and their purpose, according to Paul, especially in chapter 14, where Paul talks about the gifts of prophecy and tongues.

I want to address today the question of whether these gifts of the Spirit are operating authentically in the church today. Many Christians have differing views on this position.