THE ESSENTIALS OF THE GIFTS AND FRUIT OF THE

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT • Definition: • Supernatural enablings given to Christians by God’s Holy Spirit for the purpose of accomplishing the works that God has given each of us to do for bringing about His Kingdom and His glory • Often referred to as gifts, talents, abilities

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT • Scriptures:

Ephesians 4:11-16 Roman 12:-8 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Copyright © Dr. Michael D. Wedman 1 THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT • Given to Christians by the Holy Spirit • Supernatural enablings • For the building up of the body of Christ • For the maturation of the body of Christ • For the unity of the body of Christ

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT • To prepare God’s people for works of service • For doing the works of God • To be used with all strength and passion for the Kingdom of God • All of the gifts have an important place in the body of Christ

THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Definition:

Character qualities that are developed in a Christian’s life by the Holy Spirit as a Christian walks in relationship with .

Copyright © Dr. Michael D. Wedman 2 THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Scripture: :22-23

9 character qualities: , joy, , , , goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT NOTE! The fruit of the Spirit is singular!

It is a single fruit, not 9 separate fruits

THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT The Context of the Fruit of the Spirit

Galatians 5:16-26

Copyright © Dr. Michael D. Wedman 3 THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT The words of Jesus

Matthew 7:16-23

THE FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT The fruit of the Spirit is about

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