Summary: This week, Pastor Tom Van Kempen shifted gears to focus on the importance of clarity when it comes to spiritual gifts like prophecy and speaking in tongues. He emphasized that while these gifts are valuable, their primary use should be in serving and edifying the church, not elevating oneself. The key takeaway is that all spiritual gifts, especially tongues and prophecy, must be used with love as the ultimate guide. Pastor Tom urged everyone to seek these gifts but to use them responsibly and with clear communication to avoid confusion, emphasizing unity and love within the congregation.

Title: Clarity is King

Date: 2/16/25, 10am, Sunday Sermon

Speaker: Pastor Tom Van Kempen

Outline:

00:00 - Introduction and Valentine's Anecdote

01:55 - Love as the Foundation

03:20 - Clarifying Spiritual Gifts

16:12 - The Role of Prophecy

34:21 - Governance of Spiritual Gifts

42:43 - Fruit of the Spirit in Practice

49:06 - Addressing Misuse and Abuse