1) Word of Wisdom
This is not worldly wisdom but Word of wisdom, which comes from God.

2) Word of Knowledge
An example of this special gift was Paul's information concerning the outcome of his shipwreck. (Acts 27:22-26)

3) Faith
This is the gift of faith, as differentiated from individual faith or faith for salvation. Members of the body of Christ with the gift of faith have a supernatural endowment of faith by the Spirit for a special work or other special needs that arise in the church.

4) Gifts of Healing
Because of the complexity of the human body and the many causes of human sicknesses, we find these important gifts of healing mentioned in the plural.

Since the human body is so complex, there could be hundreds of reasons for sicknesses, both spiritual and physical. Some ailments are caused by demon activity, through oppression, obsession, or possession. Through the gifts of healing, these can be cast out.

Then, of course, there are ailments that have an organic cause. Christians should establish good health habits for themselves and their families. It is common knowledge that eating late at night and staying up late are against good health rules. You may become sick because of your living habits. If so, change your habits! Make sure your body gets enough rest each night. Well-regulated lives will prevent many problems.

The Bible gives very definite instructions, and if we follow God's plan, and call for the elders of the church, we will see the working of this gift in every local assembly.

5) Working of Miracles
The definition of a miracle is "a supernatural act on the natural plane." It is an act of God which seems impossible to the natural man, and which has no natural explanation.

Miracles have their purpose in the work of God, which is to meet needs and provide protection and preservation for God's people. (Mark 16:18 and Acts 28:3-6) If God's people are led by the Spirit and seek spiritual gifts, the gift of miracles will be in operation in the church today. Such is really a manifestation of the glory and power of Jesus Christ.

Who has all power in heaven and in earth? Who worked miracles as He walked the shores of Galilee? Jesus Christ, of course! That same power of Jesus Christ is within us today. If we are consecrated and dedicated to His cause, He will "entrust" us with the gift of miracles. Notice the word "entrust." God must be able to trust those He endows with special gifts. These must be spiritually strong individuals, not wishy-washy, spineless, half-hearted people who have no clear concept of their church's vital doctrines.

6) Prophecy
Prophecy is the forth-telling of Bible truths under the anointing. Prophecy is speaking by inspiration in one's mother tongue. Preaching through the anointed power of God is prophecy. Anointed testimony also fits into this category. (Revelation 19:10)

Prophecy edifies the church, comforts, and exhorts. There is a vital need for anointed exhortations in these last days before the coming of the Lord.

7) Discerning of Spirits
Do not believe everything you hear. Try the spirits, to see if they are of God or not. Remember that for every "real," Satan has a counterfeit. If you are filled with the Holy Ghost, then that Spirit within you will bear witness with God's Spirit in another, and you will feel that kindred Spirit. However, if God's Spirit within you does not feel comfortable near the manifestation of another spirit, then leave it alone.

Every pastor and church member should seek and cultivate this gift, the discernment of spirits, for it is of utmost necessity that you be on guard for Satan's deceitful snares. Know your enemies. Know those who labor among you. Try the spirits. Remember that Satan will use subtle tricks. He has been known to "speak with tongues," which can readily fool some people, especially if they are not prayed up and do not practice discernment of spirits.

8) Divers Kinds of Tongues

There are many ways tongues are used in the Scriptures. Following are a few explanations:

(1) You will speak with tongues when you receive the Holy Ghost. (Acts 2:4) This is the physical evidence, the initial sign of the baptism of the Spirit.

(2) You may talk to God in tongues when praying or worshipping. (1 Corinthians 14:2, 14, 15)

(3) You may have the gifts of tongues, which is often used in giving messages in tongues to the church, coupled with interpretation. A message in tongues would be of no use to the church without an interpreter. However, you may be sure that if God gives you a message in tongues, He will also provide the interpreter. That is, if that person is in the proper spiritual channel, so that God can use his gift.

Be sure the gift of tongues is used properly, within the framework of Bible truths. God is very specific about the way He likes things to be done. He is a God of order. He was orderly in His creation. He was orderly in His plan of redemption. He was orderly in providing gifts according to needs, for the edification of the church. If you study Paul's writings, you will learn God's order pertaining to tongues and interpretation. If there is no interpreter, then you should speak with tongues only to yourself and to God. (1 Corinthians 14:28) Otherwise, you would be out of order, and God is displeased with disorder. Paul said, ". . .the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets." (1 Corinthians 14:32) This means that the use of the gifts of tongues and prophecy should be governed by the Word of God and by those "prophets" to whom God has given authority to do so.

9) Interpretation of Tongues

The Christian who is blessed with this gift can be mightily used of God. The word "interpret" does not mean "translate." It merely means to explain. The one who interprets the message in tongues does not understand the language of the tongue he interprets. He receives the interpretation from the Spirit as he yields himself to God. Many times the message comes forth with beautiful poetical phrases completely foreign and beyond the natural ability of the one doing the interpreting. These stirring messages are powerful and come from God for the edification of the church.

The Holy Spirit dwelling in the heart of a Christian is there to do a definite work. These works are some of the benefits a Christian enjoys. When we are harmed by someone, the Spirit bears the fruit of love for that person. When there is sorrow and distress, the Spirit bears joy and peace. Wherever and whenever there is a definite need, the Spirit is there to fulfill the need.

The same principle works with the gifts of the Spirit for the edification of the church. The gifts are in the church for the welfare of the church. When a definite need arises, the Spirit is there to take care of the need.