Dr. Watson, I totally agree! In my opinion, far too much emphasis is placed on obtaining the Spiritual Gifts. And while they are a necessary empowerment for us to facilitate the Great Commission; without the fruit of the Spirit in us as well, they alone (the SG’s) would only glorify ourselves rather than display the full stature of Christ Jesus. We need both.
Oh how I love this particular article. For so many reasons which nobody really cares why I do, LOL. But dear brother, I thank you once again for writing in such a way as to also bear your heart and soul. Writing that is consistent with God's Word His lovely heart, speaks so much more profoundly when shared from an open and willing heart. Thank you for being such a follower. I pray always for repentance for myself, the community of believers all over the globe and for those who don't yet know Him.
Good word! The "Gift" that we receive, as I understand it, is God Himself, in (3) persons.
All the rest are manifestations that give evidence that we in fact have received HIM, as Creator, Redeemer, and the Indwelling Powerful Presence
that produces a life of Holiness.
(John 14:23; 1 John 2:24)
Dr. Watson, I totally agree! In my opinion, far too much emphasis is placed on obtaining the Spiritual Gifts. And while they are a necessary empowerment for us to facilitate the Great Commission; without the fruit of the Spirit in us as well, they alone (the SG’s) would only glorify ourselves rather than display the full stature of Christ Jesus. We need both.
Oh how I love this particular article. For so many reasons which nobody really cares why I do, LOL. But dear brother, I thank you once again for writing in such a way as to also bear your heart and soul. Writing that is consistent with God's Word His lovely heart, speaks so much more profoundly when shared from an open and willing heart. Thank you for being such a follower. I pray always for repentance for myself, the community of believers all over the globe and for those who don't yet know Him.