Are Miraculous Gifts for Today? Four Views, One Church

Study Outline

1. 1. Why Faithful Christians Disagree

   Framing the debate as one among believers who share core doctrine, not a heresy question.

   Romans 14:1

2. 2. The Cessationist View

   The case that miraculous gifts ceased with the apostolic era and completed canon.

   1 Corinthians 13:8-10

3. 3. The Pentecostal View

   Miraculous gifts continue today, with baptism in the Spirit and tongues as key markers.

   Acts 2:4

4. 4. The Charismatic View

   Gifts are for today and should be actively, regularly practiced in the church.

   1 Corinthians 14:1

5. 5. The Third Wave View

   Gifts continue today with a different emphasis on Spirit-baptism and less focus on tongues.

   1 Corinthians 12:4-7

6. 6. Discerning Your Own Convictions

   A guided framework for talking with a pastor or mentor about personal convictions.

   1 Thessalonians 5:19-21