Literal meaning |
To have in mind a real, true object. |
Description |
The gift of knowledge is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the body of Christ to discover, accumulate, analyze, and clarify information and ideas that are pertinent to the growth of the church and the well-being of the body. |
Bible references |
Theory | Practice |
Romans 15:14 | 1 Corinthians 2:12-14 |
1 Corinthians 12:8 | 2 Corinthians 11:6 |
2 Peter 3:17,18 | 2 Timothy 3:15 |
Distinctives |
People with this gift: |
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Personal traits and behaviors |
A person with this gift is usually: | |
Learned | Studious |
Insightful | Analytical |
Curious | Observant |
Reflective | Truthful |
Cautions |
People with this gift: |
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Mobilizing for ministry |
People with this gift are needed in the church for: | |
Giving Bible studies | Preaching |
Helping with seminars | Bible school teacher |
Writing on Bible topics | Bible scholar |
Related gifts |
This gift belongs to the category EDUCATION. You may find useful to get information on other gifts which belong to this same category. These gifts are: | ||
Discernment | Teaching | Wisdom |