Oct 28th, 2025 @ YWAM DTS with Stephen Castellows

The whole purpose of spiritual gifts is love. If it makes YOU bigger or more important, it’s not about you.

What makes it difficult for us to receive spiritual gifts?

1. Abuse
2. Theology
3. Lack of experience

Apostle vs. Evangelist

Apostle: A “sent one” — someone commissioned and sent out with authority on a mission (in Christianity, those sent by Jesus to spread his teachings).

• The word apostle comes from the Greek ἀπόστολος (apostolos), meaning “one who is sent” or “messenger/emissary.”
• In the New Testament, an apostle is someone commissioned and sent out with authority, especially by Jesus, to spread his teaching.

Evangelist: A “bringer of good news” — someone who announces or proclaims good news (originally a victory messenger; later used for proclaimers of the gospel).

• The word evangelist comes from Greek εὐαγγελιστής (euangelistēs), meaning “bringer of good news”.
• It was used in the ancient world for a courier or herald who brought news of victory (especially military victory) back to the city.
• Christians later used it for those proclaiming the ‘good news’ (gospel).

Types of Gifts

Natural Abilities

Introvert or extrovert

Acquired Skills