Literal meaning |
To do powerful deeds. |
Description |
The gift of miracles is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the body of Christ to serve as human intermediaries, through whom it pleases God to perform powerful acts that are perceived by observers to have altered the ordinary course of nature. |
Bible references |
Theory | Practice |
Mark 16:17,18 | Matthew 10:1 |
1 Corinthians 12:8-10 | Luke 5:1-11 |
1 Corinthians 12:28-30 | John 2:1-11 |
Distinctives |
People with this gift: |
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Personal traits and behaviors |
A person with this gift is usually: | |
Bold | Venturesome |
Convincing | Responsive |
Prayerful | Authoritative |
Full of faith | Spiritual |
Cautions |
People with this gift: |
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Mobilizing for ministry |
People with this gift are needed in the church for: | |
Hospital visitation | Prayer ministry |
Poverty ministry | Project development |
Evangelism team | Healing ministry |
Related gifts |
This gift belongs to the category SIGNS. You may find useful to get information on other gifts which belong to this same category. These gifts are: | ||
Healing | Prophecy | Tongues and Interpretation |