March 9, 2026
Ep. 44: Do Spiritual Gifts Still Exist?: The Bible, the Holy Spirit & the Great Commission
Do spiritual gifts still exist today? Are miracles, prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues still active in the church—or did they end with the apostles?
In Episode 44 of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David welcome Adam Parker back to continue the conversation on one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
After examining abuses in the charismatic movement in the previous episode, this discussion shifts toward a more foundational question: What should Christians actually expect from the Holy Spirit today according to the Bible?
Starting with the Great Commission in Matthew 28, the conversation explores why the mission Jesus gave the church requires the ongoing work and empowerment of the Holy Spirit. If believers are called to make disciples of all nations, preach the gospel, and build up the body of Christ, how does God equip the church to accomplish that mission?
The discussion dives into key passages like Acts 1, Ephesians 4, and 1 Corinthians 12, examining:
What the Bible actually says about spiritual gifts
The difference between continuationism and cessationism
The purpose of spiritual gifts in the life of the church
Why the Holy Spirit empowers believers for the Great Commission
How gifts like prophecy, wisdom, knowledge, healing, and tongues are meant to function
Why spiritual gifts should build up the church—not build personal platforms
The guys also address common misconceptions surrounding charismatic theology and discuss how the power of the Holy Spirit is often misunderstood as personal spiritual status rather than empowerment for gospel witness.
This episode emphasizes an important biblical principle: spiritual gifts are not about personal power or spiritual merit badges—they exist for the edification of the church and the advancement of Christ’s mission in the world.
Whether you come from a Reformed, Pentecostal, Charismatic, or skeptical background, this conversation seeks to ground the topic firmly in Scripture rather than experience.
If you’ve ever wondered:
Are spiritual gifts still active today?
What does the Bible actually teach about prophecy and miracles?
How should the church handle spiritual gifts with biblical order and humility?
What role does the Holy Spirit play in disciple-making today?
This episode tackles those questions head-on.
As always, Deformed Theology exists to challenge ideas, examine theology, and point everything back to Jesus Christ and the authority of Scripture.
If you enjoy conversations about biblical theology, church history, and Christian discipleship, make sure to like, subscribe, and share the episode.
Visit us at:
DeformedTheologyShow.com
Visit Adam (Bold Apologia Podcast) at:
https://boldapologia.com/
In Episode 44 of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David welcome Adam Parker back to continue the conversation on one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
After examining abuses in the charismatic movement in the previous episode, this discussion shifts toward a more foundational question: What should Christians actually expect from the Holy Spirit today according to the Bible?
Starting with the Great Commission in Matthew 28, the conversation explores why the mission Jesus gave the church requires the ongoing work and empowerment of the Holy Spirit. If believers are called to make disciples of all nations, preach the gospel, and build up the body of Christ, how does God equip the church to accomplish that mission?
The discussion dives into key passages like Acts 1, Ephesians 4, and 1 Corinthians 12, examining:
What the Bible actually says about spiritual gifts
The difference between continuationism and cessationism
The purpose of spiritual gifts in the life of the church
Why the Holy Spirit empowers believers for the Great Commission
How gifts like prophecy, wisdom, knowledge, healing, and tongues are meant to function
Why spiritual gifts should build up the church—not build personal platforms
The guys also address common misconceptions surrounding charismatic theology and discuss how the power of the Holy Spirit is often misunderstood as personal spiritual status rather than empowerment for gospel witness.
This episode emphasizes an important biblical principle: spiritual gifts are not about personal power or spiritual merit badges—they exist for the edification of the church and the advancement of Christ’s mission in the world.
Whether you come from a Reformed, Pentecostal, Charismatic, or skeptical background, this conversation seeks to ground the topic firmly in Scripture rather than experience.
If you’ve ever wondered:
Are spiritual gifts still active today?
What does the Bible actually teach about prophecy and miracles?
How should the church handle spiritual gifts with biblical order and humility?
What role does the Holy Spirit play in disciple-making today?
This episode tackles those questions head-on.
As always, Deformed Theology exists to challenge ideas, examine theology, and point everything back to Jesus Christ and the authority of Scripture.
If you enjoy conversations about biblical theology, church history, and Christian discipleship, make sure to like, subscribe, and share the episode.
Visit us at:
DeformedTheologyShow.com
Visit Adam (Bold Apologia Podcast) at:
https://boldapologia.com/