Living the Gospel: Faith, Conscience, and the True Use of Spiritual Gifts (01/20/'24)

Living the Gospel: Faith, Conscience, and the True Use of Spiritual Gifts In the journey of faith, believers often find their actions fall short of the ideals presented in the Gospel (Luke 6:46; Mark 7:6; Matthew 6:1). This gap highlights the importance of humility and self-control, especially in communication and preaching. Being true to oneself, as emphasized in various scriptures (Luke 6:46; Romans 9:1; Matthew 22:39; Acts 23:1; Ephesians 4:19), is integral to honesty with one's conscience, particularly in decision-making and actions. Furthermore, the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including prophesying, teaching, and healing, hold significant value. However, if misused, they can lead to undesirable outcomes reminiscent of a marketplace rife with deceit and folly. The essence of the Gospel transcends the binary concept of heaven and hell; it's fundamentally about belief in Jesus Christ's teachings, the act of repentance, and the path to salvation. -Pastor Steven G. Lee (January 20, 2024)