How the Holy Spirit Gives You Wisdom

Main message: The Holy Spirit still gives supernatural gifts today and Christians should move beyond fear or hype into a balanced, biblical activation of those gifts; today's message focused on the gift of wisdom—the Spirit's supernatural guidance for the next faithful step.

Key points:

• The series will unpack the gifts in 1 Corinthians 12 and prioritize activation (not just information).
• Spiritual gifts cluster as revelation (word of wisdom, word of knowledge, discerning spirits), power (faith, healing, miracles), and vocal (prophecy, tongues, interpretation).
• The gift of wisdom is divine, situation-specific guidance—not merely intelligence, age, or experience—and often reveals the next faithful step or when to wait.
• Avoid two extremes: "ghostbusters" (fearful rejection of the Spirit) and "ghost chasers" (ungrounded emotionalism); pursue a “miraculous middle” that is expectant and discerning.
• Test impressions against Scripture, the character of Jesus, whether it would bless others, and by seeking confirmation from mature believers.
• Practical examples and testimonies illustrated how words of wisdom can change decisions, resolve conflict, or provide clarity under pressure; the congregation was invited to pray, listen, and make room for the Spirit.

Scriptures mentioned: 1 Corinthians 12, Luke 21, Acts 6, Proverbs