Spiritual Gifts
Scripture teaches that every true believer is given the gift of the Ruach ha Kodesh and the manifestation of the gifts of the Spirit is given to believers to profit those in need.
Spiritual Gifts Are Not the Same as Natural Talents.
Now concerning spiritual gifts; it is YAH's intention for us to understand and know how He has gifted us. The Ruach ha Kodesh uses both the Gifts and the Fruits together to make you a mighty, sanctified warrior of Yahusha and will walk with and increase of YAH's anointing and power in your daily life.
The Ruach ha Kodesh can manifest any one of these 9 gifts through any believer, the apostle Paul tells us not to be afraid to try and stir up these gifts with YWHW.
Not only does the Bible tell us that these 9 gifts are available to all believers and tells us that we can actually try and stir up these gifts. Here are some very good verses telling us to not only desire spiritual gifts, but to also not be afraid to try and stir these Gifts:
"Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of YAH which is in you through the laying on of my hands." 2 Timothy 1:6
"Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesyand do not forbid speaking in tongues 1 Corinthians 14:39
Pursue love, yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. 2For one who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to YAH; for no one understands, but in his spirit he speaks mysteries. 3But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification andexhortation and consolation. 4One who speaks in a tongue edifies himself; but one who prophesies edifies the church. 5Now I wish that you all spoke in tongues, but even more that you would prophesy; and greater is one who prophesies than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the church may receive edifying. 6But now, brethren, if I come to you speaking in tongues, what will I profit you unless I speak to you either by way of revelation or of knowledge or of prophecy or of teaching?... 9So also you, unless you utter by the tongue speech that is clear, how will it be known what is spoken? For you will be speaking into the air 1 Corinthians 14:1-6 & 9
Pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is YAH's will for you in Yahusha. 19 Do not quench the Spirit; 20do not despise prophetic utterances. 21But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; 22 abstain from every form of evil. 23 Now may the YAH of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of Yahusha. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
14 Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the elders, Meditate on these things, give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be evident to all." 1 Timothy 4:14-15
Every believer should go to YAH in prayer and ask Yahusha to release these gifts through them as he wants. Let YAH know that you will be a willing vessel for the manifestations of these gifts and that you will give Him full Honor and Glory as he manifests these gifts though you.
These gifts are a tremendous help to not only you in your own personal walk, but many are used to help others out in their time of needs and circumstances as these gifts are given to each one for the "profit of all."
The Spiritual gifts
These Gifts Are Given For 3 Purposes:
1. Equipping believers to share the good news Matthew 10:19,20; Luke 4:18; 1 Corinthians 2:13
2. Authenticating (proving) the gospel message Hebrews 2:3, 4
3. Equipping believers to serve other believers 1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:26
Spiritual Gifts Are Sovereignty Given and Determined by the Ruach ha Kodesh 1 Corinthians 12:11
"But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills." 1 Corinthians 12:7-11
*The gift of a Word of wisdom (Greek: sophia). The spiritual gift to perceive life and truth from YAH's perspective, then apply that wisdom to specific situations as they arise. Wisdom can be discerned by its fruit. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere James 3:17. James used his spiritual gift of wisdom at the Jerusalem council Acts 15:13-21 when he was given a vision, while living in Asia Minor, to preach the gospel in Europe Acts 16:6-10. The ability to make decisions and give guidance that is according to YAH's will.
A word of wisdom will give you the ability to be able to properly apply the knowledge that you may already have on a particular situation.
We need words of wisdom from the Spirit of YHWH (Ruach ha Kodesh) in our daily life, so we will know how to handle more complex types of problems or issues that can occur at a moment's notice in our daily lives.
*The gift of a Word of knowledge (Greek: gnosis). The ability to communicate spiritual truth, which has been acquired through the investigation of YAH's word. Stephen was a great example of a man of spiritual knowledge when he spoke before the Supreme Court and broke open the scriptures to show them that Yahusha was their Messiah Acts 7:1-53.
The ability to have an in-depth understanding of spiritual issues or situations.
With Yahuah having absolute perfect knowledge of all things and with us having knowledge levels that are completely imperfect and limited, this means that we all need to receive words of knowledge from YAH on a regular and frequent basis in order to be able to safely journey through this life. The Spirit of YHWH will manifest this specific gift with a lot of frequency in your daily life if you can learn how to recognize it and receive it from Him.
The Ruach ha Kodesh actually manifests this gift a lot more than people realize, but they fail to realize it when it does come because they have never been taught that the Ruach ha Kodesh can do this and does this for those that expect it.
The Word of Knowledge is simply the Ruach ha Kodesh transmitting His specific knowledge to you on something that you would have no ability or means to be able to know about with your own limited intelligence and knowledge. It is supernatural knowledge and insight being given directly to you by the Ruach ha Kodesh, not by your own mind or your own intelligence.
There is literally nothing that the Holy Spirit cannot give you a word of knowledge on how to properly handle what you are currently dealing with, or give you a word of knowledge to help someone else out with what they may be dealing with.
Scripture says that the Ruach ha Kodesh will bear "witness" with our human spirits. This inner witness is inner knowing; it can come in the form of a thought or an impression on your mind, or possibly come in the form of a vision or a picture in your mind's eye.
These pictures can be used to give you quite a bit of information and knowledge on what He is trying to give you knowledge on.
This gift is so important and so needed in this day and age as most of us are always facing some kind of roadblocks or obstacles on a regular basis in our daily lives. So, we all need the knowledge of YAH flowing through us so we can make it through all of these obstacles, so we can then get to where we need to go with Yahuah and fully accomplish everything that He wants us to do for Him in this life.
That is why the Bible tells us that "without knowledge" we perish and go into captivity in this life.
*The gift of Faith (Greek: pistis). The spiritual ability to see what isn't, believe it to be, and trust YAH to do it in His way and time. This gift of faith is something that comes directly from the Ruach ha Kodesh.
Scripture tells us that we all have a certain measure of faith that has already been given to us by Yahusha. YAH has to give each person a certain measure of faith or we would not be able to get saved, as Scripture tells us that we are saved by "faith" through grace. And then over the course of our walks with Yahusha, our faith will continue to grow to higher levels as we continue to draw closer to Yahuah in our own personal relationship with Him and increase our knowledge levels about Him through the study of Scripture.
Sometimes it will take higher levels of faith to pull down a major miracle from Yahusha, and where our faith levels will not be high enough or good enough to be able to do this, this is where the direct faith of the Ruach ha Kodesh Himself will then move up in us and pick up the slack with our own imperfect faith levels so YAH can then manifest the miracle that He will be looking to do through us. If and when this should happen to you, just ask the Ruach ha Kodesh to manifest His faith, courage and boldness up in you so you will have His faith, strength and courage to do what YAH is asking you to do for Him.
*The gift of healing (Greek: iaomai). The spiritual Gift to heal one who is sick. Paul called it the gifts (plural) of healings which may mean this gifted person could make one who is sick whole, either spiritually, emotionally, or physically. Physical healing is a symbol of how YAH wants to heal all of us spiritually. Peter and John's experience with the lame man at the temple gate Acts 3:2-10. Allowing the miraculous healing power of Yahushua to flow through us to restore a person who is sick, injured or suffering.
One of the things that Yahusha is wanting all of us to do for Him to is pray for the sick. And if we do, then many times they will "recover," which means that He healed them. So it should come as no surprise that we have the gift of healing as one of the gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh.
What this means is that at anytime the Ruach ha Kodesh can manifest this special gift through any believer so He can heal someone of disease, illness or sickness. You do not have to have the gift of healing as a full time ministry, it can literally happen to any believer at anytime as the Ruach ha Kodesh desires.
Not only can the Ruach ha Kodesh directly heal you with your own personal prayers to Yahusha, but He can also use you as an anointed vessel to manifest His healing power through you to help heal someone else, if you will only have the courage to speak out what He wants you to say to that person, and then lay hands on that person for the healing power to be transmitted into their body to the affected body part that will need the healing.
The word "gifts" is plural, which means there are different kinds of healing's Yahusha will want to do. What people who walk with this kind of anointing on a regular basis have found out is that some people will be more gifted and anointed in some areas than they will be in other areas.
Your part is to just tell Yahusha that you would like to have a big part in this special gift and then let Him decide as to how He will want to use.
YAH does not change, and He is the same today as He was yesterday, then that means He will still want to continue His healing ministry in this day and age, and thus will anoint His believers with His healing power through the Ruach ha Kodesh when they will either need it for themselves or someone else they may be praying for.
*The gift of miracles (Greek: dunamis). The spiritual gift to do works of a supernatural origin and character, such as could not be produced by natural means. Acts 8:13, Acts 13:9-12. Signs and wonders that give authenticity to YAH's Word and the Gospel message.
Some of the different Bible Dictionaries describe the word miracle as the following:
An intervention in the natural universe by YAH
A phenomenon that transcends natural laws
A divine act by which YAH reveals Himself to people
If you study the Bible carefully from start to finish, it is literally one miracle after another with both YHWH the Father and Yahusha. Our YAH is a miracle working YAH and He still loves to do them for His people.
The Bible says that YAH does not change, and if both Him and Yahusha were constantly doing miracles in both the OT and NT, then YAH will also want to do miracles in our day and age. And with this specific gift being listed as one of the 9 gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh, then you know YAH is trying to tell all of us that He still wants to do them,
Do not be afraid of this heavy gift from Yahuah and do not quench the Ruach ha Kodesh with any lack of faith or belief if He wants to heal either you or other people you may be praying for, remember the Bible tells us that absolutely nothing is impossible with YAH, which will include any divine miracle that He will want to perform.
*The gift of prophecy (Greek: propheteia). The spiritual Gift to speak forth the mind and counsel of YHWH. Prophets in the Old Testament were used by YWHW to speak to Israel about current and future events. Yahusha was the prophet to come Deuteronomy 1:8-18; Acts 2:22-23.
The prophets in the body of Yahushua were called to speak forth the word of YAH about present and future events Acts 2:17-18; Acts 11:27-28, equip belivers for ministry Ephesians 4:11,12, as well as edify, comfort and encourage believers within the body of Yahusha and reveal the secrets of men's hearts 1 Corinthians. 14:3, 23-25.
This gift may just be the greatest of the 9 gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh. The apostle Paul, said to "desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy." Because he singled out the gift of prophecy in comparison to the rest of the 9 gifts it seems to be the most important
The gift of prophecy is getting a direct Word from YAH to give to someone else or a group and will be given to you literally word for word. When this happens you need to either write or type all of it as it is given.
The word you receive will be a direct, clear, prophetic Word from YAH to give to someone else in order to edify and build them up, or help them out with something specific they may be dealing with. So, it needs to be recorded and written down exactly as it is given. Speak out the word to this person or group and then you will be done with it.
Scripture tells us that YAH uses the gift of prophecy to speak edification, exhortation and comfort to other people:
"But he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men." 1 Corinthians 14:4
Many times prophecy is also used to help confirm what has already been given to the person earlier by the YWHW. Sometimes YAH will confirm for you what He has already told you earlier so you will know that it really was Him all along giving you that specific message. And this is one way He confirms a previous message that He has already given you.
Prophecies from YAH can cover an extremely wide range of situations and issues, covering everything from predicting future events like they use to do in the Tanakh, to giving someone counsel, encouragement, confirmation, instruction, and possible correction when it may be needed.
Scripture tells us that there will always be false prophets walking among us, along with well-meaning believers prophesying out of their imaginations.
"Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good." 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21
All prophecy need to line up with Scripture. If it does not, it should be immediately rejected. YAH will never go against His own Word when delivering a prophetic word to someone.
You do not have to hold the actual office of a prophet in order for YAH to manifest this gift through you. Scripture tells us that in the latter days YAH will be pouring out His Ruach ha Kodesh upon all flesh and when He does, it says our sons and daughters will be prophesying. This means that there are going to be many believers who are going to be getting this gift manifesting through them with a lot of frequency in the coming years.
*The gift of discerning spirits (Greek: diakrisis). The spiritual Gift to discern from YAH's word between the spirit of evil and of YAH, the flesh and the spirit, and truth and error, before the fruit is evident. Paul had this experience with Elymas the magician Acts 13:9-12.
The ability to determine whether or not a message, person, or event is truly from YAH or an evil spirit.
This gift is one that is really needed in the dangerous and perilous times that we are now living in.
The first thing to notice about this gift is the word "spirits" is with a small "s." This means that it is not referring to the Ruach ha Kodesh. The other spirits that are out there that this gift is referring to are the following three kinds of spirits:
Demonic spirits, YAH's angels, Human spirits (fruits of the flesh)
The Ruach ha Kodesh will give you supernatural discernment, insight and knowledge involving these three kinds of spirits. Many of the times, this gift will be used to expose what is really going on and operating behind the scenes with someone.
*The Gift of Tongues (Greek: glossa). The term glossolalia is derived from the Greek glossa, "tongue" and lalia, "to talk is an expression of that praise of God wherein there is the breakthrough of usual speech limitations of one's native tongue into a higher and fuller realm of praise, blessing, adoration, and thanksgiving. It is to go beyond the most elevated of earthly expressions, even "HalleluYah" or "Hosannas". It is the praise of YAH in language given by the Ruach ha Kodesh.
If such praise is possible, would we not want to share in it? Would you not want to speak in tongues, even sing in tongues, to speak and sing by the Ruach ha Kodesh's inspiration? Would one not want to transcend the limits of earthly language in the high praises of YAH? If the worship, the praise, the adoration of Almighty YAH is the chief concern of one's life, then tongues have unlimited value as a supernatural avenue of that transcendent praise.
The praise of YAH, of course, should also come forth as fully as possible in the native tongue of man which is the most natural vehicle of worship. Hence there are hymns and prayers which, whether sung liturgically or spontaneously, may in human language declare the glory of YAH. And surely those who are in Love with YAH will always seek ways of deeper worship. There may come a moment when the level of natural speech is left behind and one enters upon the extraordinary praise of YAH in the language of the Spirit.
Tongues is speaking in a language that you do not have knowledge of and is used by the Ruach ha Kodesh to communicate on our behalves with the Father; it is a holy prayer language and sometimes is even an earthy language as it was in the days of Pentecost.
The gift of tongues is to be used publicly to bring praise to YAH 1 Corinthians. 14:2, to edify the body of believers 1 Corinthians 14:5, and to be used as a sign of judgment against unbelieving Jews
1 Corinthians 14:21-22.
There are 2 uses of tongues, personal and public.
1. A message to God that is not directed to man (Personal tongues). Personal Tongues are for edifying oneself and praying in the spirit.
4 He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church
1 Corinthians 14:4
14 For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful. 1 Corinthians 14:14
“For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to man but to YAH for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries.”1 Corinthians 14:2
2. A message to men that is inspired by YAH (Public Tongues. Public Tongues when interpreted are for the edification of the body.
5 I wish you all spoke with tongues, but even more that you prophesied; for he who prophesies is greater than he who speaks with tongues, unless indeed he interprets, that the body may receive edification 1 Corinthians 14:5
With men of other tongues and other lips I will speak to this people; and yet, for all that, they will not hear me, says YWHW. 1 Corinthians 14:21
Once the two uses of tongues are understood then it is clearer to see why the public use of tongues is a gift that is not to be used without interpretation. The private use of tongues is for personal edification. Every believer needs to be built up. Every believer needs to pray in the spirit.
The gift of tongues is simply the Ruach ha Kodesh giving you the supernatural ability to speak in a foreign tongue that you have no knowledge or ability to speak out on your own.
Speaking in tongues can be received only by a total yielding to YAH. This is not a "yielding to tongues" but a yielding to YAH in which everything, including the tongue, becomes the avenue of YAH's presence and power. The apostle Paul urges that we present our "bodies...a living sacrifice" Romans 12:1; our total being completely given to YAH. Surely there is no part of the body that causes more havoc than the tongue. With it we bless Yahusha and Yahuah, and with it we curse men" James 3:6, 9.
How essential the surrender of the tongue, how urgent it’s purifying, how marvelous that YAH may grant a new tongue to "bless Yahusha and YHWH"!
There are two types of tongues He gives. One is a tongue of this earth and the other is a tongue direct from heaven of angels, a heavenly language that is not of this earth. Scripture tells us; though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. 1 Corinthians 13:1
Both ways it will be a foreign language that you will not be able to speak out on your own, the Ruach ha Kodesh's gives you the ability to speak this language. Whatever tongue the Ruach ha Kodesh will give you, you will be able to use it 24/7, whenever you need. It will be your own personal, private, prayer language between you and Yahusha.
The only problem with this gift is that for the most part, you will never know or understand what you are praying when you go into this gift. Scripture tells us that we will be speaking out "mysteries" and only YHWH the Father and the Ruach ha Kodesh will know exactly what the prayer will be about.
"Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groaning which cannot be uttered." Romans 8:26
The Ruach ha Kodesh is allowing us to have direct access into His personal prayer with YHWH the Father. Even though you will not know what you are praying when you go into your gift of tongues, at least you will have the honor and privilege of being able to pray direct to Yahuah the Father through the Ruach ha Kodesh.
Since the Ruach ha Kodesh is of YAH, this means He can perfectly see into the future. And if He sees a fatal accident getting ready to occur, He can prompt you to start praying in tongues to YHWH the Father to stop the impending tragedy from occurring in your life and others.
For the most part, the gift of tongues will be used as your own personal, private prayer language between you and Yahusha. If it is done in a church setting, then there should be someone who will have the interpretation of that tongue, otherwise no one will know what that person is praying about and it will not edify the people.
"For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to YAH, for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries." 1 Corinthians 14:2
"Therefore let him who speaks in a tongue pray that he may interpret. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful." 1 Corinthians 14:13-14
Therefore tongues are for a sign, not to those who believe but to unbelievers; but prophesying is not for unbelievers but for those who believe. 1 Corinthians 14:22
"Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and do not forbid to speak with tongues. Let all things be done decently and in order." 1 Corinthians 14:39-40
Paul tells us to pray to interpret in our own tongue so we can understand what we are praying about, which leads to the Gift of interpretation of tongues.
This a very powerful prayer tool since you are opening yourself up direct to the Ruach ha Kodesh and His ability to perfectly pray to Yahuah the Father. You are joining forces with the Power, the Spirit of YHWH Himself, who is the Master Prayer and Intercessor with YHWH the Father. Meditate and go to YHWH the Father and ask Him to release this powerful gift to you through the Ruach ha Kodesh.
When the Spirit of YHWH fills a person, this signifies that he or she has been joined by the Ruach ha Kodesh. This is a further visitation in which the Spirit takes inward possession. This does not mean domination but freely given control wherein the Ruach ha Kodesh now functions without. Thus when speech occurs it is spiritual utterance which, though spoken by man, is in spiritual language, the language of the Ruach ha Kodesh spoken through the speech organs of a person.
It is supernatural, and belongs to the realm of "signs and wonders" which may occur when the spirit comes in. Speaking in tongue, while miraculous, is a normal aspect of being filled with the Spirit of YHWH.
The Ruach ha Kodesh will never force His way, but if allowed free access to the organs of speech, may bring forth a new and spiritual language. There is no "must" about it, but an exciting and wonderful new possibility is now at hand.
Some believers filled with the Ruach ha Kodesh are so flooded with the reality of YAH's presence and power that they can’t contain themselves; thus speaking in tongues quickly occurs. They sense deep within their spirit a great yearning and urge to break forth in fresh praise to YAH, and so they allow the Ruach ha Kodesh to provide the language. Others, likewise Spirit-filled, through ignorance, fear, and uncertainty, may seek to hold back and thus do not immediately speak in tongues. However, the possibility is now present, and with the proper conditions and a willingness to venture forth, they will soon be speaking a new language of the Spirit.
Speaking in tongues often proves to be the doorway into a deeper experience of the other gifts of the Spirit. Since tongues are such an extraordinary avenue of prayer and praise, many persons soon find themselves moving more freely in the realm of other spiritual gifts, or manifestations, of the Ruach ha Kodesh. Tongues often are the key turning the lock of the door into the whole realm of YAH's extraordinary workings.
*The gift of interpreting tongues (Greek: hermeneis) is the ability to translate the tongues and communicate it back to others in your own language.
The spiritual ability to translate the tongue of the person speaking to those listening. The one who does the translation of that foreign tongue would be able, by the spirit, to interpret without learning the language beforehand. 1 Corinthians. 14:27
This gift is where the Ruach ha Kodesh gives you the interpretation of the tongues that you have spoken yourself or when spoken by someone else in a church setting.
Here are the two main verses telling you where the gift of interpretation will come into play with the gift of tongues:
"If anyone speaks in a tongue, let there be two or at the most three, each in turn, and let one interpret. But if there is no interpreter, let him keep silent in church, and let him speak to himself and to YAH."
1 Corinthians 14: 27-28
"Therefore let him who speaks in a tongue pray that he may interpret. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful." 1 Corinthians 14:13-14
This is another powerful gift that you can ask to receive from Yahuah.
*The gift of administration (Greek: kubernesis). The spiritual gift to give guidance and help other believers. One who deals with people and not paper. The idea of governing 1 Corinthians 16:15-18. Being able to keep things organized and in accordance with YAH's principles, such as leaders or staff members of a church.
*The gift of helps (Greek: antilepsis or antilempis). The spiritual gift to support others and their ministry in physical ways. Always having the desire and ability to help others, to do whatever it takes to get a task accomplished, having a compassionate heart towards those in need.
The Ministry Gifts of Christ
“And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers.” Ephesians 4:11
Apostle (Greek: apostolos). Means "messenger, apostle" in Greek. One sent forth as YAH sent forth his Son, Yahusha into the world with the message of salvation Hebrews 3:1. Yahusha, in turn, sent forth His twelve apostles, empowered by the Ruach ha Kodesh with the good news of salvation Matthew 28:19-20, and universal authority in matters of doctrine for His disciples. These twelve apostles became the first building blocks to be placed on the firm foundation of Yahusha. Ephesians 2:20: 4:11, 12
They were also given the responsibility to equip saints for ministry within the church as well as minister to their surrounding community. Each new generation has submitted to the authority of Yahusha, His apostles, and their writings up to this very hour. Paul was the last apostle to be placed on the foundation of Yahusha eliminating any need for new apostles. 1 Corinthians. 15:9
He became a prime example of a man who discovered his gifts and wrapped his life around them; "...1 was appointed a preacher, and an apostle and a teacher" 2 Timothy 1:11
The establishing of the New Testament under the apostles leadership. Acts 2:42-47
Paul establishes a Set Apart movement throughout Asia while based at Ephesus. Acts 19:1-20
Prophet The Spiritual gift of one who speaks divinely inspired messages. They are able to foresee future events and have an ability to discern the signs of the times. (Just because one operates in the gift of prophecy doesn't necessarily mean that one is a prophet.)
In Judaism, a prophet is seen as a person who is selected by, and speaks as a formal representative of YAH, and the intention of the message is always to effect a social change to conform to YAH''s desired standards initially specified in the Torah dictated to Moses.
In Hebrew, the word that traditionally translates as prophet is navi (נְבִיא), which means "spokesperson". This forms the second of the three letters of Tanakh, derived from Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim. The meaning of navi is where Yahuah said, "I will put my words in his mouth and he will speak to them all that I command him." Deuteronomy 18:18 Thus, the navi was thought to be the "mouth" of YAH. The root nun-vet-alef ("navi") is based on the two-letter root nun-vet which denotes hollowness or openness; to receive transcendental wisdom, one must make oneself “open”.
A person who speaks by divine inspiration or as the interpreter through whom the will of a YAH is expressed.
1. A person gifted with profound moral insight and exceptional powers of expression.
2. A predictor; a soothsayer.
3. The chief spokesperson of a movement or cause.
The best-known prophets are those of the Tanakh. Their most frequent themes were true worship of YAH, upright living, and the coming of the Messiah. They often met with bitter resistance when they spoke against the idol worship and immorality of their people. Among the prophets of the Old Testament were Daniel, Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Jonah, and Moses.
Prophets also appear in the New Testament. Yahusha called John the Baptist a prophet; Believer consider him a bridge between the prophets of the Old Testament and those of the New Testament. Yahusha mentions “true prophets” and “false prophets” those who present the true message of YAH and those who present a counterfeit. Yahusha himself was considered a prophet in his lifetime.
Agabus foresaw a great famine coming and prepared the body to send relief to the churches in Judea. Acts 11:28-29
Judas and Silas were used of YAH to exhort and strengthen the body. Acts 15:32
Evangelist (Greek: eulangelistes). The spiritual gifty to communicate the good news of Yahusha's redemptive story to a dying world lost in their sin and shame Romans 3:23. Yahushua modeled this gift of evangelism with Nicodemus John 3:16. The good news is, in the words of Paul; "If you confess with your mouth, 'Yahusha is Yahuah,' and believe in your heart that YHWH raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved" Romans 10:9, 10. The evangelists were also called of YAH to equip others to develop their spiritual gifts Ephesians 4:11, 12. Philip was known as an evangelist Acts 8:4-13, 21:8.
Definition: One who declares the good news about Yahusha!
Philip takes YAH's word to Samaria and sees a revival Acts 8; 4-8, Acts 21:8 calls him an evangelist. Paul describes an evangelist; 14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things! Romans 10:14-15
Pastor (Greek: poimen didaskalos). The spiritual ability to shepherd the flock of YAH (guarding, guiding, encouraging, warning, etc.), feed them the Word of YAH, and equip them to find their gifts so that they, too, can do the work of ministry Ephesians 4:11, 12, John 21:15-17, 1 Peter 5:1-15.
Definition: One, who cares, tends too, feeds and leads a group of believers into their YAH-given destiny. A shepherd.
Peter's description of a good shepherd. 1 Peter 5:1-5
Paul's description of a good minister. 1 Tim 4:6-16
Teacher (Greek: didaskalos). The spiritual gift to take the truth from the Word of YAH and explain it clearly so that the believers of Yahusha can understand it and apply those spiritual truths effectively to their daily lives. It appears that one can have the spiritual gift of teaching without being a pastor, but one cannot be a pastor without being a teacher . The natural gift of teaching can communicate any subject but yields just understanding of that subject. The spiritual gift of teaching communicates biblical truth and motivates men and women toward a life of godly obedience to that truth. Apollos and Paul had the spiritual gift of teaching Acts 18:24-28, 2 Timothy 1:11.
Definition: One, who instructs, makes difficult things easy to understand and leads others into understanding.
Paul was a teacher to the Gentiles. 2 Timothy 1:11
Yahusha was a teacher sent from YHWH. 2 Timothy 3:2
Spiritual Gifts Are Not the Same as Natural Talents.
Now concerning spiritual gifts; it is YAH's intention for us to understand and know how He has gifted us. The Ruach ha Kodesh uses both the Gifts and the Fruits together to make you a mighty, sanctified warrior of Yahusha and will walk with and increase of YAH's anointing and power in your daily life.
The Ruach ha Kodesh can manifest any one of these 9 gifts through any believer, the apostle Paul tells us not to be afraid to try and stir up these gifts with YWHW.
Not only does the Bible tell us that these 9 gifts are available to all believers and tells us that we can actually try and stir up these gifts. Here are some very good verses telling us to not only desire spiritual gifts, but to also not be afraid to try and stir these Gifts:
"Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of YAH which is in you through the laying on of my hands." 2 Timothy 1:6
"Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesyand do not forbid speaking in tongues 1 Corinthians 14:39
Pursue love, yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. 2For one who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to YAH; for no one understands, but in his spirit he speaks mysteries. 3But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification andexhortation and consolation. 4One who speaks in a tongue edifies himself; but one who prophesies edifies the church. 5Now I wish that you all spoke in tongues, but even more that you would prophesy; and greater is one who prophesies than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the church may receive edifying. 6But now, brethren, if I come to you speaking in tongues, what will I profit you unless I speak to you either by way of revelation or of knowledge or of prophecy or of teaching?... 9So also you, unless you utter by the tongue speech that is clear, how will it be known what is spoken? For you will be speaking into the air 1 Corinthians 14:1-6 & 9
Pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is YAH's will for you in Yahusha. 19 Do not quench the Spirit; 20do not despise prophetic utterances. 21But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; 22 abstain from every form of evil. 23 Now may the YAH of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of Yahusha. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
14 Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the elders, Meditate on these things, give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be evident to all." 1 Timothy 4:14-15
Every believer should go to YAH in prayer and ask Yahusha to release these gifts through them as he wants. Let YAH know that you will be a willing vessel for the manifestations of these gifts and that you will give Him full Honor and Glory as he manifests these gifts though you.
These gifts are a tremendous help to not only you in your own personal walk, but many are used to help others out in their time of needs and circumstances as these gifts are given to each one for the "profit of all."
The Spiritual gifts
These Gifts Are Given For 3 Purposes:
1. Equipping believers to share the good news Matthew 10:19,20; Luke 4:18; 1 Corinthians 2:13
2. Authenticating (proving) the gospel message Hebrews 2:3, 4
3. Equipping believers to serve other believers 1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:26
Spiritual Gifts Are Sovereignty Given and Determined by the Ruach ha Kodesh 1 Corinthians 12:11
"But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills." 1 Corinthians 12:7-11
*The gift of a Word of wisdom (Greek: sophia). The spiritual gift to perceive life and truth from YAH's perspective, then apply that wisdom to specific situations as they arise. Wisdom can be discerned by its fruit. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere James 3:17. James used his spiritual gift of wisdom at the Jerusalem council Acts 15:13-21 when he was given a vision, while living in Asia Minor, to preach the gospel in Europe Acts 16:6-10. The ability to make decisions and give guidance that is according to YAH's will.
A word of wisdom will give you the ability to be able to properly apply the knowledge that you may already have on a particular situation.
We need words of wisdom from the Spirit of YHWH (Ruach ha Kodesh) in our daily life, so we will know how to handle more complex types of problems or issues that can occur at a moment's notice in our daily lives.
*The gift of a Word of knowledge (Greek: gnosis). The ability to communicate spiritual truth, which has been acquired through the investigation of YAH's word. Stephen was a great example of a man of spiritual knowledge when he spoke before the Supreme Court and broke open the scriptures to show them that Yahusha was their Messiah Acts 7:1-53.
The ability to have an in-depth understanding of spiritual issues or situations.
With Yahuah having absolute perfect knowledge of all things and with us having knowledge levels that are completely imperfect and limited, this means that we all need to receive words of knowledge from YAH on a regular and frequent basis in order to be able to safely journey through this life. The Spirit of YHWH will manifest this specific gift with a lot of frequency in your daily life if you can learn how to recognize it and receive it from Him.
The Ruach ha Kodesh actually manifests this gift a lot more than people realize, but they fail to realize it when it does come because they have never been taught that the Ruach ha Kodesh can do this and does this for those that expect it.
The Word of Knowledge is simply the Ruach ha Kodesh transmitting His specific knowledge to you on something that you would have no ability or means to be able to know about with your own limited intelligence and knowledge. It is supernatural knowledge and insight being given directly to you by the Ruach ha Kodesh, not by your own mind or your own intelligence.
There is literally nothing that the Holy Spirit cannot give you a word of knowledge on how to properly handle what you are currently dealing with, or give you a word of knowledge to help someone else out with what they may be dealing with.
Scripture says that the Ruach ha Kodesh will bear "witness" with our human spirits. This inner witness is inner knowing; it can come in the form of a thought or an impression on your mind, or possibly come in the form of a vision or a picture in your mind's eye.
These pictures can be used to give you quite a bit of information and knowledge on what He is trying to give you knowledge on.
This gift is so important and so needed in this day and age as most of us are always facing some kind of roadblocks or obstacles on a regular basis in our daily lives. So, we all need the knowledge of YAH flowing through us so we can make it through all of these obstacles, so we can then get to where we need to go with Yahuah and fully accomplish everything that He wants us to do for Him in this life.
That is why the Bible tells us that "without knowledge" we perish and go into captivity in this life.
*The gift of Faith (Greek: pistis). The spiritual ability to see what isn't, believe it to be, and trust YAH to do it in His way and time. This gift of faith is something that comes directly from the Ruach ha Kodesh.
Scripture tells us that we all have a certain measure of faith that has already been given to us by Yahusha. YAH has to give each person a certain measure of faith or we would not be able to get saved, as Scripture tells us that we are saved by "faith" through grace. And then over the course of our walks with Yahusha, our faith will continue to grow to higher levels as we continue to draw closer to Yahuah in our own personal relationship with Him and increase our knowledge levels about Him through the study of Scripture.
Sometimes it will take higher levels of faith to pull down a major miracle from Yahusha, and where our faith levels will not be high enough or good enough to be able to do this, this is where the direct faith of the Ruach ha Kodesh Himself will then move up in us and pick up the slack with our own imperfect faith levels so YAH can then manifest the miracle that He will be looking to do through us. If and when this should happen to you, just ask the Ruach ha Kodesh to manifest His faith, courage and boldness up in you so you will have His faith, strength and courage to do what YAH is asking you to do for Him.
*The gift of healing (Greek: iaomai). The spiritual Gift to heal one who is sick. Paul called it the gifts (plural) of healings which may mean this gifted person could make one who is sick whole, either spiritually, emotionally, or physically. Physical healing is a symbol of how YAH wants to heal all of us spiritually. Peter and John's experience with the lame man at the temple gate Acts 3:2-10. Allowing the miraculous healing power of Yahushua to flow through us to restore a person who is sick, injured or suffering.
One of the things that Yahusha is wanting all of us to do for Him to is pray for the sick. And if we do, then many times they will "recover," which means that He healed them. So it should come as no surprise that we have the gift of healing as one of the gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh.
What this means is that at anytime the Ruach ha Kodesh can manifest this special gift through any believer so He can heal someone of disease, illness or sickness. You do not have to have the gift of healing as a full time ministry, it can literally happen to any believer at anytime as the Ruach ha Kodesh desires.
Not only can the Ruach ha Kodesh directly heal you with your own personal prayers to Yahusha, but He can also use you as an anointed vessel to manifest His healing power through you to help heal someone else, if you will only have the courage to speak out what He wants you to say to that person, and then lay hands on that person for the healing power to be transmitted into their body to the affected body part that will need the healing.
The word "gifts" is plural, which means there are different kinds of healing's Yahusha will want to do. What people who walk with this kind of anointing on a regular basis have found out is that some people will be more gifted and anointed in some areas than they will be in other areas.
Your part is to just tell Yahusha that you would like to have a big part in this special gift and then let Him decide as to how He will want to use.
YAH does not change, and He is the same today as He was yesterday, then that means He will still want to continue His healing ministry in this day and age, and thus will anoint His believers with His healing power through the Ruach ha Kodesh when they will either need it for themselves or someone else they may be praying for.
*The gift of miracles (Greek: dunamis). The spiritual gift to do works of a supernatural origin and character, such as could not be produced by natural means. Acts 8:13, Acts 13:9-12. Signs and wonders that give authenticity to YAH's Word and the Gospel message.
Some of the different Bible Dictionaries describe the word miracle as the following:
An intervention in the natural universe by YAH
A phenomenon that transcends natural laws
A divine act by which YAH reveals Himself to people
If you study the Bible carefully from start to finish, it is literally one miracle after another with both YHWH the Father and Yahusha. Our YAH is a miracle working YAH and He still loves to do them for His people.
The Bible says that YAH does not change, and if both Him and Yahusha were constantly doing miracles in both the OT and NT, then YAH will also want to do miracles in our day and age. And with this specific gift being listed as one of the 9 gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh, then you know YAH is trying to tell all of us that He still wants to do them,
Do not be afraid of this heavy gift from Yahuah and do not quench the Ruach ha Kodesh with any lack of faith or belief if He wants to heal either you or other people you may be praying for, remember the Bible tells us that absolutely nothing is impossible with YAH, which will include any divine miracle that He will want to perform.
*The gift of prophecy (Greek: propheteia). The spiritual Gift to speak forth the mind and counsel of YHWH. Prophets in the Old Testament were used by YWHW to speak to Israel about current and future events. Yahusha was the prophet to come Deuteronomy 1:8-18; Acts 2:22-23.
The prophets in the body of Yahushua were called to speak forth the word of YAH about present and future events Acts 2:17-18; Acts 11:27-28, equip belivers for ministry Ephesians 4:11,12, as well as edify, comfort and encourage believers within the body of Yahusha and reveal the secrets of men's hearts 1 Corinthians. 14:3, 23-25.
This gift may just be the greatest of the 9 gifts of the Ruach ha Kodesh. The apostle Paul, said to "desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy." Because he singled out the gift of prophecy in comparison to the rest of the 9 gifts it seems to be the most important
The gift of prophecy is getting a direct Word from YAH to give to someone else or a group and will be given to you literally word for word. When this happens you need to either write or type all of it as it is given.
The word you receive will be a direct, clear, prophetic Word from YAH to give to someone else in order to edify and build them up, or help them out with something specific they may be dealing with. So, it needs to be recorded and written down exactly as it is given. Speak out the word to this person or group and then you will be done with it.
Scripture tells us that YAH uses the gift of prophecy to speak edification, exhortation and comfort to other people:
"But he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men." 1 Corinthians 14:4
Many times prophecy is also used to help confirm what has already been given to the person earlier by the YWHW. Sometimes YAH will confirm for you what He has already told you earlier so you will know that it really was Him all along giving you that specific message. And this is one way He confirms a previous message that He has already given you.
Prophecies from YAH can cover an extremely wide range of situations and issues, covering everything from predicting future events like they use to do in the Tanakh, to giving someone counsel, encouragement, confirmation, instruction, and possible correction when it may be needed.
Scripture tells us that there will always be false prophets walking among us, along with well-meaning believers prophesying out of their imaginations.
"Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good." 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21
All prophecy need to line up with Scripture. If it does not, it should be immediately rejected. YAH will never go against His own Word when delivering a prophetic word to someone.
You do not have to hold the actual office of a prophet in order for YAH to manifest this gift through you. Scripture tells us that in the latter days YAH will be pouring out His Ruach ha Kodesh upon all flesh and when He does, it says our sons and daughters will be prophesying. This means that there are going to be many believers who are going to be getting this gift manifesting through them with a lot of frequency in the coming years.
*The gift of discerning spirits (Greek: diakrisis). The spiritual Gift to discern from YAH's word between the spirit of evil and of YAH, the flesh and the spirit, and truth and error, before the fruit is evident. Paul had this experience with Elymas the magician Acts 13:9-12.
The ability to determine whether or not a message, person, or event is truly from YAH or an evil spirit.
This gift is one that is really needed in the dangerous and perilous times that we are now living in.
The first thing to notice about this gift is the word "spirits" is with a small "s." This means that it is not referring to the Ruach ha Kodesh. The other spirits that are out there that this gift is referring to are the following three kinds of spirits:
Demonic spirits, YAH's angels, Human spirits (fruits of the flesh)
The Ruach ha Kodesh will give you supernatural discernment, insight and knowledge involving these three kinds of spirits. Many of the times, this gift will be used to expose what is really going on and operating behind the scenes with someone.
*The Gift of Tongues (Greek: glossa). The term glossolalia is derived from the Greek glossa, "tongue" and lalia, "to talk is an expression of that praise of God wherein there is the breakthrough of usual speech limitations of one's native tongue into a higher and fuller realm of praise, blessing, adoration, and thanksgiving. It is to go beyond the most elevated of earthly expressions, even "HalleluYah" or "Hosannas". It is the praise of YAH in language given by the Ruach ha Kodesh.
If such praise is possible, would we not want to share in it? Would you not want to speak in tongues, even sing in tongues, to speak and sing by the Ruach ha Kodesh's inspiration? Would one not want to transcend the limits of earthly language in the high praises of YAH? If the worship, the praise, the adoration of Almighty YAH is the chief concern of one's life, then tongues have unlimited value as a supernatural avenue of that transcendent praise.
The praise of YAH, of course, should also come forth as fully as possible in the native tongue of man which is the most natural vehicle of worship. Hence there are hymns and prayers which, whether sung liturgically or spontaneously, may in human language declare the glory of YAH. And surely those who are in Love with YAH will always seek ways of deeper worship. There may come a moment when the level of natural speech is left behind and one enters upon the extraordinary praise of YAH in the language of the Spirit.
Tongues is speaking in a language that you do not have knowledge of and is used by the Ruach ha Kodesh to communicate on our behalves with the Father; it is a holy prayer language and sometimes is even an earthy language as it was in the days of Pentecost.
The gift of tongues is to be used publicly to bring praise to YAH 1 Corinthians. 14:2, to edify the body of believers 1 Corinthians 14:5, and to be used as a sign of judgment against unbelieving Jews
1 Corinthians 14:21-22.
There are 2 uses of tongues, personal and public.
1. A message to God that is not directed to man (Personal tongues). Personal Tongues are for edifying oneself and praying in the spirit.
4 He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church
1 Corinthians 14:4
14 For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful. 1 Corinthians 14:14
“For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to man but to YAH for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries.”1 Corinthians 14:2
2. A message to men that is inspired by YAH (Public Tongues. Public Tongues when interpreted are for the edification of the body.
5 I wish you all spoke with tongues, but even more that you prophesied; for he who prophesies is greater than he who speaks with tongues, unless indeed he interprets, that the body may receive edification 1 Corinthians 14:5
With men of other tongues and other lips I will speak to this people; and yet, for all that, they will not hear me, says YWHW. 1 Corinthians 14:21
Once the two uses of tongues are understood then it is clearer to see why the public use of tongues is a gift that is not to be used without interpretation. The private use of tongues is for personal edification. Every believer needs to be built up. Every believer needs to pray in the spirit.
The gift of tongues is simply the Ruach ha Kodesh giving you the supernatural ability to speak in a foreign tongue that you have no knowledge or ability to speak out on your own.
Speaking in tongues can be received only by a total yielding to YAH. This is not a "yielding to tongues" but a yielding to YAH in which everything, including the tongue, becomes the avenue of YAH's presence and power. The apostle Paul urges that we present our "bodies...a living sacrifice" Romans 12:1; our total being completely given to YAH. Surely there is no part of the body that causes more havoc than the tongue. With it we bless Yahusha and Yahuah, and with it we curse men" James 3:6, 9.
How essential the surrender of the tongue, how urgent it’s purifying, how marvelous that YAH may grant a new tongue to "bless Yahusha and YHWH"!
There are two types of tongues He gives. One is a tongue of this earth and the other is a tongue direct from heaven of angels, a heavenly language that is not of this earth. Scripture tells us; though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. 1 Corinthians 13:1
Both ways it will be a foreign language that you will not be able to speak out on your own, the Ruach ha Kodesh's gives you the ability to speak this language. Whatever tongue the Ruach ha Kodesh will give you, you will be able to use it 24/7, whenever you need. It will be your own personal, private, prayer language between you and Yahusha.
The only problem with this gift is that for the most part, you will never know or understand what you are praying when you go into this gift. Scripture tells us that we will be speaking out "mysteries" and only YHWH the Father and the Ruach ha Kodesh will know exactly what the prayer will be about.
"Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groaning which cannot be uttered." Romans 8:26
The Ruach ha Kodesh is allowing us to have direct access into His personal prayer with YHWH the Father. Even though you will not know what you are praying when you go into your gift of tongues, at least you will have the honor and privilege of being able to pray direct to Yahuah the Father through the Ruach ha Kodesh.
Since the Ruach ha Kodesh is of YAH, this means He can perfectly see into the future. And if He sees a fatal accident getting ready to occur, He can prompt you to start praying in tongues to YHWH the Father to stop the impending tragedy from occurring in your life and others.
For the most part, the gift of tongues will be used as your own personal, private prayer language between you and Yahusha. If it is done in a church setting, then there should be someone who will have the interpretation of that tongue, otherwise no one will know what that person is praying about and it will not edify the people.
"For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to YAH, for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries." 1 Corinthians 14:2
"Therefore let him who speaks in a tongue pray that he may interpret. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful." 1 Corinthians 14:13-14
Therefore tongues are for a sign, not to those who believe but to unbelievers; but prophesying is not for unbelievers but for those who believe. 1 Corinthians 14:22
"Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and do not forbid to speak with tongues. Let all things be done decently and in order." 1 Corinthians 14:39-40
Paul tells us to pray to interpret in our own tongue so we can understand what we are praying about, which leads to the Gift of interpretation of tongues.
This a very powerful prayer tool since you are opening yourself up direct to the Ruach ha Kodesh and His ability to perfectly pray to Yahuah the Father. You are joining forces with the Power, the Spirit of YHWH Himself, who is the Master Prayer and Intercessor with YHWH the Father. Meditate and go to YHWH the Father and ask Him to release this powerful gift to you through the Ruach ha Kodesh.
When the Spirit of YHWH fills a person, this signifies that he or she has been joined by the Ruach ha Kodesh. This is a further visitation in which the Spirit takes inward possession. This does not mean domination but freely given control wherein the Ruach ha Kodesh now functions without. Thus when speech occurs it is spiritual utterance which, though spoken by man, is in spiritual language, the language of the Ruach ha Kodesh spoken through the speech organs of a person.
It is supernatural, and belongs to the realm of "signs and wonders" which may occur when the spirit comes in. Speaking in tongue, while miraculous, is a normal aspect of being filled with the Spirit of YHWH.
The Ruach ha Kodesh will never force His way, but if allowed free access to the organs of speech, may bring forth a new and spiritual language. There is no "must" about it, but an exciting and wonderful new possibility is now at hand.
Some believers filled with the Ruach ha Kodesh are so flooded with the reality of YAH's presence and power that they can’t contain themselves; thus speaking in tongues quickly occurs. They sense deep within their spirit a great yearning and urge to break forth in fresh praise to YAH, and so they allow the Ruach ha Kodesh to provide the language. Others, likewise Spirit-filled, through ignorance, fear, and uncertainty, may seek to hold back and thus do not immediately speak in tongues. However, the possibility is now present, and with the proper conditions and a willingness to venture forth, they will soon be speaking a new language of the Spirit.
Speaking in tongues often proves to be the doorway into a deeper experience of the other gifts of the Spirit. Since tongues are such an extraordinary avenue of prayer and praise, many persons soon find themselves moving more freely in the realm of other spiritual gifts, or manifestations, of the Ruach ha Kodesh. Tongues often are the key turning the lock of the door into the whole realm of YAH's extraordinary workings.
*The gift of interpreting tongues (Greek: hermeneis) is the ability to translate the tongues and communicate it back to others in your own language.
The spiritual ability to translate the tongue of the person speaking to those listening. The one who does the translation of that foreign tongue would be able, by the spirit, to interpret without learning the language beforehand. 1 Corinthians. 14:27
This gift is where the Ruach ha Kodesh gives you the interpretation of the tongues that you have spoken yourself or when spoken by someone else in a church setting.
Here are the two main verses telling you where the gift of interpretation will come into play with the gift of tongues:
"If anyone speaks in a tongue, let there be two or at the most three, each in turn, and let one interpret. But if there is no interpreter, let him keep silent in church, and let him speak to himself and to YAH."
1 Corinthians 14: 27-28
"Therefore let him who speaks in a tongue pray that he may interpret. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful." 1 Corinthians 14:13-14
This is another powerful gift that you can ask to receive from Yahuah.
*The gift of administration (Greek: kubernesis). The spiritual gift to give guidance and help other believers. One who deals with people and not paper. The idea of governing 1 Corinthians 16:15-18. Being able to keep things organized and in accordance with YAH's principles, such as leaders or staff members of a church.
*The gift of helps (Greek: antilepsis or antilempis). The spiritual gift to support others and their ministry in physical ways. Always having the desire and ability to help others, to do whatever it takes to get a task accomplished, having a compassionate heart towards those in need.
The Ministry Gifts of Christ
“And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers.” Ephesians 4:11
Apostle (Greek: apostolos). Means "messenger, apostle" in Greek. One sent forth as YAH sent forth his Son, Yahusha into the world with the message of salvation Hebrews 3:1. Yahusha, in turn, sent forth His twelve apostles, empowered by the Ruach ha Kodesh with the good news of salvation Matthew 28:19-20, and universal authority in matters of doctrine for His disciples. These twelve apostles became the first building blocks to be placed on the firm foundation of Yahusha. Ephesians 2:20: 4:11, 12
They were also given the responsibility to equip saints for ministry within the church as well as minister to their surrounding community. Each new generation has submitted to the authority of Yahusha, His apostles, and their writings up to this very hour. Paul was the last apostle to be placed on the foundation of Yahusha eliminating any need for new apostles. 1 Corinthians. 15:9
He became a prime example of a man who discovered his gifts and wrapped his life around them; "...1 was appointed a preacher, and an apostle and a teacher" 2 Timothy 1:11
The establishing of the New Testament under the apostles leadership. Acts 2:42-47
Paul establishes a Set Apart movement throughout Asia while based at Ephesus. Acts 19:1-20
Prophet The Spiritual gift of one who speaks divinely inspired messages. They are able to foresee future events and have an ability to discern the signs of the times. (Just because one operates in the gift of prophecy doesn't necessarily mean that one is a prophet.)
In Judaism, a prophet is seen as a person who is selected by, and speaks as a formal representative of YAH, and the intention of the message is always to effect a social change to conform to YAH''s desired standards initially specified in the Torah dictated to Moses.
In Hebrew, the word that traditionally translates as prophet is navi (נְבִיא), which means "spokesperson". This forms the second of the three letters of Tanakh, derived from Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim. The meaning of navi is where Yahuah said, "I will put my words in his mouth and he will speak to them all that I command him." Deuteronomy 18:18 Thus, the navi was thought to be the "mouth" of YAH. The root nun-vet-alef ("navi") is based on the two-letter root nun-vet which denotes hollowness or openness; to receive transcendental wisdom, one must make oneself “open”.
A person who speaks by divine inspiration or as the interpreter through whom the will of a YAH is expressed.
1. A person gifted with profound moral insight and exceptional powers of expression.
2. A predictor; a soothsayer.
3. The chief spokesperson of a movement or cause.
The best-known prophets are those of the Tanakh. Their most frequent themes were true worship of YAH, upright living, and the coming of the Messiah. They often met with bitter resistance when they spoke against the idol worship and immorality of their people. Among the prophets of the Old Testament were Daniel, Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Jonah, and Moses.
Prophets also appear in the New Testament. Yahusha called John the Baptist a prophet; Believer consider him a bridge between the prophets of the Old Testament and those of the New Testament. Yahusha mentions “true prophets” and “false prophets” those who present the true message of YAH and those who present a counterfeit. Yahusha himself was considered a prophet in his lifetime.
Agabus foresaw a great famine coming and prepared the body to send relief to the churches in Judea. Acts 11:28-29
Judas and Silas were used of YAH to exhort and strengthen the body. Acts 15:32
Evangelist (Greek: eulangelistes). The spiritual gifty to communicate the good news of Yahusha's redemptive story to a dying world lost in their sin and shame Romans 3:23. Yahushua modeled this gift of evangelism with Nicodemus John 3:16. The good news is, in the words of Paul; "If you confess with your mouth, 'Yahusha is Yahuah,' and believe in your heart that YHWH raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved" Romans 10:9, 10. The evangelists were also called of YAH to equip others to develop their spiritual gifts Ephesians 4:11, 12. Philip was known as an evangelist Acts 8:4-13, 21:8.
Definition: One who declares the good news about Yahusha!
Philip takes YAH's word to Samaria and sees a revival Acts 8; 4-8, Acts 21:8 calls him an evangelist. Paul describes an evangelist; 14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things! Romans 10:14-15
Pastor (Greek: poimen didaskalos). The spiritual ability to shepherd the flock of YAH (guarding, guiding, encouraging, warning, etc.), feed them the Word of YAH, and equip them to find their gifts so that they, too, can do the work of ministry Ephesians 4:11, 12, John 21:15-17, 1 Peter 5:1-15.
Definition: One, who cares, tends too, feeds and leads a group of believers into their YAH-given destiny. A shepherd.
Peter's description of a good shepherd. 1 Peter 5:1-5
Paul's description of a good minister. 1 Tim 4:6-16
Teacher (Greek: didaskalos). The spiritual gift to take the truth from the Word of YAH and explain it clearly so that the believers of Yahusha can understand it and apply those spiritual truths effectively to their daily lives. It appears that one can have the spiritual gift of teaching without being a pastor, but one cannot be a pastor without being a teacher . The natural gift of teaching can communicate any subject but yields just understanding of that subject. The spiritual gift of teaching communicates biblical truth and motivates men and women toward a life of godly obedience to that truth. Apollos and Paul had the spiritual gift of teaching Acts 18:24-28, 2 Timothy 1:11.
Definition: One, who instructs, makes difficult things easy to understand and leads others into understanding.
Paul was a teacher to the Gentiles. 2 Timothy 1:11
Yahusha was a teacher sent from YHWH. 2 Timothy 3:2
