THE GIFT OF SPEAKING IN SPIRITUAL TONGUES: How Relevant Is It Today?

In the Epistle of 1 Corinthians Chapter 12: 4-10, the Apostle Paul gives us a list of certain spiritual gifts; among them are, the gift of wisdom, the gift of knowledge, the gift of faith, the gift of healing, the gift of miracles, the gift of prophecy, the gift of discerning spirits, the gift of tongues and the gift of interepreting tongues. Now of these nine gifts, the gift of speaking in spiritual tongues is the most controversial today, within the Christian community. The spectrum level of belief concerning this gift ranges from those who teach and believe that speaking in tongues no longer has a place within the life of a believer, it has become obsolete; on the flip side of the coin, there are still others that strongly believe that without it (the gift of tongues), you do not have the Spirit of God, either dwelling in you or filling you; and denying its presence, brings a question, at best, as to the genuineness of your claim of being saved. Then there are those that believe that the gift of tongues should be used publicly, while others believe it is just part of one's individual prayer life - the way we personally communicate with God. Well, this evening we will be dealing with every aspect of this wonderful gift, given through the Blessed Holy Spirit. "The Gift of Speaking in Tongues: How Relevant Is It Today?"