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What Are Spiritual Gifts? - Annotated by Kenneth Berding (Paperback)

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  • In this groundbreaking work, New Testament scholar Kenneth Berding suggests that we have misunderstood spiritual gifts themselves and how they function, and thus have embarked on a misplaced search to find individualized spiritual gifts.
  • Author(s): Kenneth Berding
  • 368 Pages
  • Religion + Beliefs, Christian Life

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About the Book



In this groundbreaking work, New Testament scholar Berding suggests that Christians have misunderstood spiritual gifts and how they function, and thus have embarked on a misplaced search to find individualized spiritual gifts. He reconsiders at a fundamental level what spiritual gifts are and argues that the Holy Spirit does not give personalized abilities or enablements, but rather ministries to be undertaken.



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In this groundbreaking work, New Testament scholar Kenneth Berding suggests that we have misunderstood spiritual gifts themselves and how they function, and thus have embarked on a misplaced search to find individualized spiritual gifts. Berding reconsiders at a fundamental level what spiritual gifts are and argues that the Holy Spirit does not give personalized abilities or enablements, but rather ministries to be undertaken.



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"What Are Spiritual Gifts? is a clear and readable presentation of a subject of great importance to the church. A necessary read for anyone concerned about church structure and ministry, it goes a long way toward bringing together both Pentecostal and non-Pentecostal believers."

--Benny C. Aker, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary

Many Christians have tried to discover their spiritual gifts only to find the process frustrating and complicated. Rarely in our search do we actually ask what should be our central question: What are spiritual gifts?

Kenneth Berding believes we have misunderstood spiritual gifts, which has led to a misguided search. His convincing and readable study suggests that the Holy Spirit does not give special abilities (the conventional view), but rather calls us and places us into various ministries to build up and strengthen the body of Christ.

Beginning with a fictional "spiritual gifts" seminar, Berding addresses up front the concerns and questions readers will have about this popular topic. He then discusses the central biblical texts on spiritual gifts and explains Paul's use of key terms and the role of the Spirit.

Kenneth Berding (Ph.D., Westminster Theological Seminary) is associate professor of New Testament at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, La Mirada, Calif. He is the author of Polycarp and Paul (Brill) and has extensive ministry experience both overseas and in the local church.



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Those who hold the conventional view of the spiritual giftsólisted in Ephesians 4, Romans 12, I Corinthians 12ódescribe them as special abilities, powers and enablements. Contrary to this viewówhich, the author asserts, leads believers to focus on individual gifts or powers as opposed to GodóBerding offers another perspective, defining the gifts as ministries and focusing on believers' roles, functions and assignments in the community of faith. Believers are encouraged to replace the question "What are my special abilities?" with "Where does God want me to serve?" Equally accessible to scholars and general readers, Berding's work is highly recommended for all thoughtful Christians, as his topic leaves no believer untouched.--C. Brian Smith "Christian Retailing" (1/22/2007 12:00:00 AM)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.52 Inches (H) x 5.54 Inches (W) x .78 Inches (D)
Weight: .95 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 368
Genre: Religion + Beliefs
Sub-Genre: Christian Life
Publisher: Kregel Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Kenneth Berding
Language: English
Street Date: October 27, 2006
TCIN: 81280775
UPC: 9780825421242
Item Number (DPCI): 247-07-2746
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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