Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times ST72: The Gifts the Spirit Gives—And What the Spirit Expects (The Holy Spirit Series)
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Apr 18, 2025 AJ and Nijay dive into the intriguing world of spiritual gifts, unpacking their purpose and the responsibilities they entail. They highlight the misconceptions from the Corinthian church, where gifts were misused for personal gain. With a humorous twist, they discuss the absurdity of spiritual competition, likening it to walking on stilts. Cultural insights on gift-giving shed light on the obligation tied to these blessings, emphasizing service and community unity. The biblical characters Bezalel and Ahaliab illustrate the importance of diverse gifts and humility in a church setting.
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Gifts Require Responsibility
- Spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit are given with a calling to serve others, not just to empower oneself or show off.
- These gifts come with responsibilities and consequences if misused or ignored.
Spirit Amplifies Natural Gifts
- Spiritual gifts may amplify natural talents but are not always completely separate from them.
- God uses our deepest wounds, filling them with Spirit to turn pain into gifts for good.
Exodus Artisans Filled by Spirit
- In Exodus 31, Bezalel and Ahaliab were artisans already skilled and then filled with the Spirit to carry out their work.
- This suggests gifts of the Spirit can empower existing skills to new purposes.
