Are the Spiritual Gifts in 1 Corinthians 14 for the Church Today?

Are the Spiritual Gifts in 1 Corinthians 14 for the Church Today?

Author: Adriel Sanchez January 24, 2022 Duration: 25:01

Episode 887 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

Show Notes

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Questions in this Episode

1. I think that God and Jesus aren't the same entity, but I also have heard that Jesus was also God, even as he came down as man. I hope that is right. Can you explain this?

2. My youth group leader was talking about speaking in tongues and how these gifts are given to us. I saw that she was using the Passion Translation and referring to 1 Corinthians 14. Who were the Corinthians and how do I explain their context to my youth leader? My understanding is that the apostles were the only ones with these spiritual gifts.

3. Should Christians try to convince non-Christians to convert? Why should someone become a Christian?

4. How do I love my friend without condoning and affirming her in her sin?

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