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But to each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the profit of all.
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Gifts are for the Group
Commentators unanimously stress that spiritual gifts are not for personal status or private benefit. The phrase "to profit withal" means they are given for the advantage and building up of the entire church community. As one scholar puts it, the purpose of spiritual light is to give light to others.
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1 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
But the manifestation of the Spirit. The word "manifestation" (fanerwsiv) means, properly, that which makes manifest, conspicuous…
Manifestation (φανερωσις). Late word, in papyri, in N.T. only here and 2 Corinthians 4:2, from φανεροω, to make manife…
19th Century
Anglican
But the manifestation of the Spirit.—These gifts, which flow from one source, are intended to flow towards one object, namely, the benefit…
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Paul goes on to declare that many spiritual gifts are given by the Spirit for the total good or profit of his church. Different gifts are given to …
16th Century
Protestant
But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man. He now points out the purpose for which God has appointed his gifts, for he doe…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But the manifestation of the Spirit Not that which the Spirit manifests, as the grace and love of God, an interest i…
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Spiritual gifts were extraordinary powers bestowed in the early ages, to convince unbelievers and to spread the gospel. Gifts and graces greatly di…
13th Century
Catholic
After setting forth in general the distinction of graces, ministries, and operations, the Apostle now explains in detail what he had said. He addre…
