Showing the Spirit
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"Showing the Spirit" is a theological book by D. A. Carson that offers an in-depth exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 12–14 and the nature and practice of spiritual gifts in the church.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| Showing the Spirit canonical | 2 |
How this entity was disambiguated
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Showing the Spirit Context triple: [D. A. Carson, hasWrittenWork, Showing the Spirit]
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A.
Spirit in Motion
Spirit in Motion is the inspirational motto of the Paralympic Games, expressing the energy, courage, and determination of Paralympic athletes.
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B.
The Spirit Carries On
"The Spirit Carries On" is a progressive rock ballad by Dream Theater, known for its emotional lyrics, soaring guitar solos, and central role in the concept album "Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory."
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C.
Keep in Step with the Spirit
Keep in Step with the Spirit is a theological book by J. I. Packer that explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit, examining issues such as sanctification, spiritual growth, and charismatic gifts from a Reformed evangelical perspective.
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D.
Ways of the Spirit
Ways of the Spirit is a philosophical and religious work by American transcendentalist Henry Hedge that explores the nature of spirituality and moral thought.
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E.
Here in Spirit
"Here in Spirit" is likely a track or component work associated with the musical release or project titled "Eternally Even."
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Showing the Spirit Target entity description: "Showing the Spirit" is a theological book by D. A. Carson that offers an in-depth exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 12–14 and the nature and practice of spiritual gifts in the church.
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A.
Spirit in Motion
Spirit in Motion is the inspirational motto of the Paralympic Games, expressing the energy, courage, and determination of Paralympic athletes.
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B.
The Spirit Carries On
"The Spirit Carries On" is a progressive rock ballad by Dream Theater, known for its emotional lyrics, soaring guitar solos, and central role in the concept album "Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory."
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C.
Keep in Step with the Spirit
Keep in Step with the Spirit is a theological book by J. I. Packer that explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit, examining issues such as sanctification, spiritual growth, and charismatic gifts from a Reformed evangelical perspective.
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D.
Ways of the Spirit
Ways of the Spirit is a philosophical and religious work by American transcendentalist Henry Hedge that explores the nature of spirituality and moral thought.
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E.
Here in Spirit
"Here in Spirit" is likely a track or component work associated with the musical release or project titled "Eternally Even."
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (46)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
book
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theological work ⓘ |
| addressesTopic |
charismatic movement
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continuationism and cessationism debate ⓘ edification in corporate worship ⓘ order in church gatherings ⓘ prophecy in the church ⓘ speaking in tongues ⓘ |
| author |
D. A. Carson
ⓘ
Donald A. Carson ⓘ
linked to:
D. A. Carson
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| basedOnText |
1 Corinthians 12
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1 Corinthians 13 ⓘ 1 Corinthians 14 ⓘ First Epistle to the Corinthians ⓘ |
| critiques |
abuses of spiritual gifts
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excesses in charismatic practice ⓘ |
| discusses |
Holy Spirit
ⓘ
linked to:
God the Holy Spirit
love as the context for spiritual gifts ⓘ spiritual manifestations ⓘ |
| emphasizes |
biblical authority
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contextual interpretation of 1 Corinthians ⓘ edification of the church ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
charismatic gifts
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nature of spiritual gifts ⓘ practice of spiritual gifts in the church ⓘ |
| genre |
Christian theology
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biblical studies ⓘ |
| hasForm |
exegetical commentary
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theological analysis ⓘ |
| hasReputation |
in-depth study of 1 Corinthians 12–14
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standard evangelical work on spiritual gifts ⓘ |
| intendedAudience |
Bible students
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church leaders ⓘ pastors ⓘ theologians ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| subject |
1 Corinthians 12–14
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New Testament exegesis ⓘ spiritual gifts ⓘ |
| supportsView |
Christ-centered use of spiritual gifts
ⓘ
orderly worship ⓘ |
| theologicalDiscipline |
New Testament theology
ⓘ
biblical exegesis ⓘ |
| theologicalPerspective | evangelical ⓘ |
| writtenBy |
New Testament scholar
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Reformed evangelical theologian ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Subject: Showing the Spirit Description of subject: "Showing the Spirit" is a theological book by D. A. Carson that offers an in-depth exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 12–14 and the nature and practice of spiritual gifts in the church.
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