March 23, 2026
Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically
What should spiritual gifts actually look like in the Church today?
In Episode 46 of Deformed Theology, we continue our deep dive into spiritual gifts, continuationism, and biblical church order, breaking down what Scripture really teaches in 1 Corinthians 12–14. In a world where charismatic culture can feel either chaotic or completely absent, this conversation is all about bringing balance back to the body of Christ.
Joined again by Adam from the Bold Apology Podcast (https://boldapologia.com/) , we explore the true purpose of spiritual gifts—not for hype, not for personal platform, but for the edification of the Church and the glory of Christ.
We walk through key gifts like:
• Word of Wisdom vs. Word of Knowledge
• The Gift of Faith (and what makes it different)
• Gifts of Healing (not what you’ve been told…)
• Miracles and how they function in the Church
• Prophecy—what it is and what it is NOT
• Distinguishing of Spirits
• Why church context and order actually matter
This episode challenges both extremes:
👉 Hyper-charismatic expressions that elevate the individual
👉 Cessationist views that dismiss the gifts entirely
Instead, we present a Christ-centered, Scripture-grounded approach to continuationism that calls believers back to unity, discernment, and love.
We also tackle real questions like:
• Should we expect miracles every time we gather?
• How do we test prophecy biblically?
• Are some people “more gifted,” or is the focus misplaced?
• What does it actually mean for gifts to operate for the “common good”?
At the heart of this conversation is a simple but powerful truth:
If it’s not building up the Church and glorifying Jesus, it’s out of order.
Whether you come from a charismatic background, a skeptical perspective, or you’re just trying to understand what the Bible actually says—this episode will help you rethink spiritual gifts in a healthy, biblical way.
⚡ Stay tuned—Part 3 is coming, where we dive into tongues, interpretation, and one of the most debated topics in the modern Church
In Episode 46 of Deformed Theology, we continue our deep dive into spiritual gifts, continuationism, and biblical church order, breaking down what Scripture really teaches in 1 Corinthians 12–14. In a world where charismatic culture can feel either chaotic or completely absent, this conversation is all about bringing balance back to the body of Christ.
Joined again by Adam from the Bold Apology Podcast (https://boldapologia.com/) , we explore the true purpose of spiritual gifts—not for hype, not for personal platform, but for the edification of the Church and the glory of Christ.
We walk through key gifts like:
• Word of Wisdom vs. Word of Knowledge
• The Gift of Faith (and what makes it different)
• Gifts of Healing (not what you’ve been told…)
• Miracles and how they function in the Church
• Prophecy—what it is and what it is NOT
• Distinguishing of Spirits
• Why church context and order actually matter
This episode challenges both extremes:
👉 Hyper-charismatic expressions that elevate the individual
👉 Cessationist views that dismiss the gifts entirely
Instead, we present a Christ-centered, Scripture-grounded approach to continuationism that calls believers back to unity, discernment, and love.
We also tackle real questions like:
• Should we expect miracles every time we gather?
• How do we test prophecy biblically?
• Are some people “more gifted,” or is the focus misplaced?
• What does it actually mean for gifts to operate for the “common good”?
At the heart of this conversation is a simple but powerful truth:
If it’s not building up the Church and glorifying Jesus, it’s out of order.
Whether you come from a charismatic background, a skeptical perspective, or you’re just trying to understand what the Bible actually says—this episode will help you rethink spiritual gifts in a healthy, biblical way.
⚡ Stay tuned—Part 3 is coming, where we dive into tongues, interpretation, and one of the most debated topics in the modern Church