Church History Matters 120 - D&C 46 CFM - Seeking & Discerning Gifts of the Spirit - E20 May 12-18
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May 8, 2025 Dive into the fascinating world of spiritual gifts and their impact on community well-being. Explore the early church's challenges in navigating inclusivity during worship. Discover how recognizing personal weaknesses can lead to the pursuit of specific gifts through prayer. Delve into the interplay of faith and healing, illustrated through poignant historical examples. Learn about the nature of miracles and how they continue to manifest in modern life. Finally, engage with the principles of open communion and the importance of discernment in understanding these gifts.
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Guided Inclusivity in Meetings
- Early saints struggled with who should attend church meetings and how to handle disruptors.
- Leaders are to conduct meetings guided by the Holy Spirit, balancing inclusivity with order.
Seek Gifts That Benefit Others
- Always seek spiritual gifts sincerely with a holy heart to avoid deception.
- Use the test: if the gift benefits others, it is likely from God.
Gifts Unite The Body of Christ
- Every church member has at least one spiritual gift meant to benefit others.
- Gifts differ among individuals and unite the body of Christ through mutual support.