The Extraordinary Gifts of the Spirit—And Why They Ceased

In a world captivated by spectacle, it’s no surprise that the miraculous or “sign gifts” of the Spirit continue to dominate conversations about the Holy Spirit. Tongues. Prophecy. Healing. These terms evoke strong reactions—either fascination or skepticism, awe or concern.

But amidst all the noise, one question must guide our thinking: What does Scripture actually teach?

If the modern expressions of these gifts differ radically from their biblical definition, function, and purpose, we must be willing to step back and evaluate them not by experience, but by the Word of God.