Now there are distinctive varieties and distributions of endowments (gifts, extraordinary powers distinguishing certain Christians, due to the power divine grace operating in their souls by the Holy Spirit) and they vary but the [Holy] Spirit remains the same.
The gifts of the Spirit can be difficult to explain because they operate in the spiritual realm. Over the past few days of devotions, I hope and pray I have done an adequate job of describing them and their basic operation. There is much more to be said on the subject of spiritual gifts and I encourage you to read good books that are dedicated to the topic of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. When we function in the supernatural realm, we do need to be careful, but not afraid. Satan offers many perversions of God's true gifts, but we can stay on the right track through prayer and seeking truth from God's Word. I also urge you to begin praying about the gifts of the Spirit. Ask God to use you in them and to allow them to flow through you as He sees fit. Don't seek the gifts that seem most attractive or interesting to you but seek the gifts God has for you.
Allowing the gifts of the Spirit to work through us helps us in our everyday lives and demonstrates to unbelievers the power and goodness of Christ, Who dwells within us. When the gifts of the Holy Spirit are operating in our lives, we reflect the glory of God's grace that is bestowed on us to others who desperately need to put their trust in Jesus. Seek to operate in the gifts of the Spirit for your own edification and for the good of others. As you seek the gifts, don't forget to seek especially to walk in love because love is the greatest gift of all.
Prayer of the Day: Father God, help me understand and operate in the gifts of the Spirit. Use me to reflect Your glory and share Your love with others, amen.
